Veterinary Assistant, Overnights
Ethos Veterinary Health•Grand Terrace, CA
•$21 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC) in Grand Terrace, California, is a long-standing, AAHA-accredited emergency veterinary hospital that has been serving the Inland Empire for over 50 years. They specialize in after-hours emergency and critical care and plan to expand to 24/7 operations soon. Their modern facility provides a high-quality, fast-paced veterinary experience where skills can make a significant impact.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2+ years experience in emergency
- Proficient in technical skills: venipuncture, catheter placement, patient monitoring, assisting in surgery
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Passionate about emergency medicine and advancing veterinary care
- Reliable, motivated, and calm under pressure
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient triage, restraint, and treatments
- Obtain accurate patient vitals and monitor hospitalized patients
- Perform confident venipuncture and blood sample collection
- Place, maintain, and remove IV catheters
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Provide compassionate nursing care to critical and hospitalized patients
- Assist with surgical procedures, including patient prep, positioning, and recovery
- Monitor anesthesia (TPR, ECG, SpO₂, blood pressure, ETCO₂ when applicable)
- Maintain sterile technique and assist with instrument handling
- Monitor patients during recovery and report concerns promptly
- Run and process in-house diagnostics (bloodwork, cytology, urinalysis)
- Assist with radiographs and imaging
- Support oxygen therapy, fluid therapy, and emergency interventions
- Accurately document treatments, procedures, and patient care
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off including holidays and sick leave
- Employee assistance programs
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative team culture in a cutting-edge facility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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