Veterinary Technician Assistant

Beacon Veterinary Specialists; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

CE allowance

License reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Employee pet insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Beacon Veterinary Specialists in Fremont seeks Technician Assistants (TA) to support veterinarians and staff in a 24/7 emergency & specialty hospital. This entry‑level role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment, contributing to the highest level of care for the animals we serve!

As an TA, you will assist with surgical prep, patient care, hospital upkeep, and inventory management. The position offers hands‑on learning in a fast-paced veterinary setting and opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of veterinary hospital operations and animal care preferred.
• Previous experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in the veterinary field.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Surgical Preparation and Maintenance: Prepare the surgery suite and instruments at the start of your shift, ensuring readiness for scheduled surgeries throughout the day.
• Clean all areas between procedures and perform end-of-shift cleaning.
• Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, ensuring no instruments are left unclean at the end of the shift.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance on autoclaves.
• Patient Care: Clean and maintain patient areas, including cages and runs, ensuring no storage in runs.
• Wash and put away patient dishes using the kennel sink.
• Assist with animal restraint during examinations, radiographs, ultrasounds, and treatments as needed.
• Hospital Upkeep: Ensure hospital cleanliness throughout the day, including mopping floors and wiping down surfaces.
• Manage laundry and waste disposal, including emptying garbage cans and transporting waste to dumpsters.
• Inventory and Supply Management: Stock and refill medical supplies, such as alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine scrub, and ultrasound gel throughout the hospital.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper stocking of exam rooms and anesthetic machines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand for extended periods

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Beacon Veterinary Specialists in Fremont is searching for Technician Assistants (TA) to support our veterinarians and supportive staff with a focus on maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment. This entry‑level role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of our 24/7 emergency & specialty veterinary hospital, contributing to the highest level of care for the animals we serve!
Pay: $18-$22/hour
Schedule:

• Emergency TA: Monday-Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm
• Surgery TA: Monday-Friday 10:00am - 6:30pm

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS:

Surgical Preparation and Maintenance:

• Prepare the surgery suite and instruments at the start of your shift, ensuring readiness for scheduled surgeries throughout the day.
• Clean all areas between procedures and perform end-of-shift cleaning.
• Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, ensuring no instruments are left unclean at the end of the shift.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance on autoclaves.

Patient Care:

• Clean and maintain patient areas, including cages and runs, ensuring no storage in runs.
• Wash and put away patient dishes using the kennel sink.
• Assist with animal restraint during examinations, radiographs, ultrasounds, and treatments as needed.

Hospital Upkeep:

• Ensure hospital cleanliness throughout the day, including mopping floors and wiping down surfaces.
• Manage laundry and waste disposal, including emptying garbage cans and transporting waste to dumpsters.

Inventory and Supply Management:

• Stock and refill medical supplies, such as alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine scrub, and ultrasound gel throughout the hospital.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper stocking of exam rooms and anesthetic machines.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of veterinary hospital operations and animal care preferred.
• Previous experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in the veterinary field preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• CE allowance + license reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Pet discounts + employee pet insurance
• Relocation assistance (for qualified candidates)

Beacon Veterinary Specialists is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.