Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Gateway Pet Hospital•San Ramon, CA

1d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Gateway Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Assistant! We are building something special at Gateway Pet Hospital, and this is your chance to be part of it! We're looking for veterinary technicians who bring creative ideas, critical thinking abilities, and a willingness to be the best. If this sounds like the team you’ve been looking for but thought didn’t exist, then Gateway Pet Hospital may be the place for you! Gateway Pet Hospital is ready to hire an experienced veterinary technician to join its fantastic team. Looking for a practice that will value your opinions, hear your ideas, and prioritize teamwork as a core value? Gateway Pet Hospital believes in a 'better together' philosophy and appreciates the diversity that each team member brings to our practice. We also encourage and are excited to hear about having a great life outside the hospital. Our hours reflect our belief in the importance of self-care, and we offer awesome benefits to support a healthy and positive work environment

Requirements

1 year plus experience of VA REQUIRED.
Must have worked in a veterinary office for 1 year.
Venipuncture, IV catheters, SQ/IM/IV experience preferred, restraint/handling skills required.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and anesthesia monitoring
Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
Perform basic lab tests, collect samples, and take digital radiographs
Administer medications and treatments as directed
Maintain accurate medical records and support client communication
Keep exam, treatment, and surgery areas clean, organized, and well-stocked
Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others!
Maintain a positive, supportive approach at all times, recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect.
Anticipate the needs of DVM staff, promoting efficiency and teamwork.
Ask for help and offer help to others.
Share your knowledge, skills, and experiences with others.
Broaden your skill set by exploring different sides of veterinary medicine
Be a part of weekly and monthly meetings to encourage open communication and collaboration.
Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Employee discount program
Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance
Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
Occasional coffee runs and meals on us.
A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks – always
No nights, on-call shifts, or holidays
Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are!