Internal Medicine Veterinarian Assistant
Cerro Alto Veterinary Hospital • San Luis Obispo, CA2d • Onsite
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Internal Medicine Veterinarian Assistant
Cerro Alto Veterinary Hospital•San Luis Obispo, CA
•Onsite
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 an Internal Medicine 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. What Makes This Role Different Non-corporate, veterinarian-led hospital — decisions are made by the people in the building Collaborative team structure — assistants, technicians, and doctors work closely together Growth-focused environment — we invest in training and skill development Hands-on experience — meaningful involvement in patient care and case flow Exposure to advanced medicine — internal medicine, oncology, surgery, and Emergency and ICU cases
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 with patient restraint and handling for exams and treatments
- Support internal medicine treatments and procedures under technician/doctor supervision
- Monitor patients for comfort and basic changes in status
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment
- Assist with sample collection (blood, urine, etc.) as trained
- Prepare supplies and equipment for procedures and treatments
- Support IV catheter placement and treatment setup
- Assist in maintaining chemotherapy safety protocols and PPE compliance
- Help facilitate a positive client experience through clear, kind communication
- Reinforce discharge instructions and general care guidance as directed
- Support the team in maintaining a calm and compassionate environment
- Assist with stocking, cleaning, and maintaining treatment areas
- Help coordinate patient flow and appointment readiness
- Work closely with technicians and doctors to support daily workflow
- Contribute to a positive, respectful, team-first culture
Benefits
- Hands-on training with experienced technicians and specialists
- Opportunities to build technical skills over time
- Exposure to the specialty of internal medicine
- Clear pathway for increased responsibility and career advancement
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
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