Veterinary Assistant

AmeriVet•Albany, CA

6d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Codornices Veterinary Clinic is currently looking to hire a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience with rooming patients, drawing blood, radiology, assisting in surgeries, and proper animal handling & restraint, and being a positive, inclusive and motivating team member. Codornices Veterinary Clinic is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in Albany, California. This busy, 6-doctor general practice aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our excellent staff. We are looking to add an adaptable, efficient VA to our team! At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.

Requirements

3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary assistant
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Compassionate and calm demeanor with animals and clients
Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities
Ability to handle stressful or emotional situations professionally
Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations, procedures, and surgeries
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs
Monitor patient vital signs and report changes to veterinarians
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed
Skilled in venipuncture (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
Collect, prepare and perform laboratory tests (blood, urine, feces); IDEXX in-house laboratory
Prepare animals and equipment for surgery
Monitor anesthesia and recovery
Educate clients on animal care, medications, nutrition, and post-treatment instructions
Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment

Benefits

Referral program
Career development and advancement opportunities
CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!
Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, employee assistance programs, mental health benefits, HSA account with employer contributions, 401K with match, and much more
Performance bonuses
401(k) matching
Student loan assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Mental health resources
Paid time off
Paid holidays