Cardiology Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Cerro Alto Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital is a privately owned, non-corporate specialty and emergency hospital built around collaboration, growth, and high-quality medicine. We are seeking a Cardiology Veterinary Assistant who is excited to be part of a team-oriented environment, contribute to advanced patient care, and grow alongside a supportive group of technicians and specialists. This role is ideal for someone who wants to build their technical skills, stay actively involved in patient care, and be part of a hospital where assistants are valued contributors—not just support staff.
Requirements
- Prior veterinary assistant experience preferred (especially in specialty or ER)
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- Assist the Cardiology team with appointments, patient intake, diagnostics, and patient care
- Provide calm, safe, and compassionate restraint for cardiac patients
- Monitor patients for comfort and report changes in condition to the medical team
- Support hospitalized cardiac patients with walking, feeding, cleaning, comfort care, and observation
- Assist with sample collection (blood, urine, etc.) as trained
- Help prepare patients for echocardiograms, ECGs, blood pressure measurement, imaging, and other diagnostics
- Prepare supplies and equipment for procedures and treatments
- Assist technicians and doctors with treatments, medication preparation, patient monitoring, and treatment setup under appropriate supervision
- Help facilitate a positive client experience through clear, kind communication
- Assist with discharge preparation and follow-up coordination
- Support the team in maintaining a calm and compassionate environment for patients and clients
- Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked exam, treatment, and procedure areas
- Help coordinate patient flow and appointment readiness
- Work closely with technicians, doctors, and other specialty services to support daily workflow
- Participate in cross-training opportunities within ER/ICU to gain broader experience in emergency and critical care
- Contribute to a positive, respectful, team-first culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
