Veterinary Assistant FT/PT

Sonora Veterinary Group is a busy, respected veterinary practice looking for motivated, personable, adaptive, and eager-to-learn candidates who love animals.We provide competitive salaries as well as benefits in a friendly, welcoming environment. Working in a veterinary clinic is a highly rewarding career. If you feel like you fit the requirements and would enjoy the environment, we encourage you to apply!

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to work under supervision of the veterinarian or RVT on duty
• Ability to work in scope of practice without direct supervision
• Knowledge of scope of practice of Veterinary Assistant in the state of California
• able to learn the range of services the practice provides, as well as the species it treats
• Familiarity with breeds and coat colors
• Ability to follow OSHA standards and find the Material Safety Data sheets quickly
• Knowledge and ability to use standard medical and business abbreviations
• Use of proper medical terminology when speaking and writing
• Familiarity of infectious diseases, including prevention and steps to reduce or avoid transmission
• Know the most common zoonotic diseases
• Maintain a professional appearance in work appropriate clothing
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor while working under potentially stressful situations
• Respect for clients, co-workers, and animals (alive or deceased)
• Ability to stand or an entire shift if needed and ability to lift pets or objects up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Assist other employees as needed
• Keep up with current practice guidelines and continuing education as needed
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding clients and patients
• Preparedness for any pet or facility emergency, such as fights between animals or weather emergencies
• Maintain proper and accurate client and patient records
• Ability to continuously monitor pets for any signs of distress, illness, or injury
• ***We have part-time and full-time positions available

Experience, Education, and Training

• High School Education required
• Certificate in Veterinary Assistant preferred
• 1 year veterinary assistant experience required

Salary and Benefits

• $18-21/hour depending on experience and skill
• PTO (accrual) in addition to CA Sick Time
• Medical, dental, vision coverage for full-time employees
  
• 401K for full-time employees
• Discounted Veterinary Services