Part-time Veterinary Assistant
$35,360–$45,760 year
On-siteRancho Cucamonga, California, United States
Job Summary
Perform basic exam procedures, obtain accurate medical histories, and execute venipuncture and IV catheter placement. Conduct digital radiology including positioning, complete dental procedures with scaling and polishing, and assist with general anesthesia and surgical induction. Utilize laboratory skills for cytology and maintain excellent communication with clients and the medical team. Requires 3+ years clinical experience and proficiency with industry tools; preferred for candidates with AVMA-accredited program degrees. Part-time variable shifts with some Saturday coverage required. Full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching apply to full-time employees.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
- Passion for working with animals and their owners
- Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
- Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
- Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
- Perform basic exam procedures
- Skilled in venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
- Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
- Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting
- Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)
- Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX
- Excellent client communication/education
- Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members
- Schedule: Part-time, variable shifts, some Saturday coverage required
- Location: 8677 19th St, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 917010
Desired Qualifications
- A degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology or Certified Veterinary Assistant program is preferred but not required
- Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting preferred
- Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique) preferred
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