Veterinary Assistant - ER/ICU

Central Coast Pet Emergency Clinic

Job Description

Central Coast Pet Emergency Hospital located in Arroyo Grande, CA is adding veterinary professionals to our team! If you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant, we want to talk to you!

Our 24/7 hospital is equipped to provide intensive, emergent, and urgent care for our patients when their primary care veterinarian is not available.

Our practice provides a professional and compassionate environment. We offer our services with genuine respect, concern, and compassion as we are committed to treating our patients with the highest level of medicine, skill, and comfort.

About You:

In order to qualify, we require more than one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant, a strong foundational understanding of veterinary medicine in small animals, and the ability to perform the basic responsibilities of a veterinary technician/veterinary assistant including (but not limited to):

o   Venipuncture

o   Placing IV Catheters

o   Drug Calculations

o   Administration of Medications (IV or other methods)

o   Monitoring Anesthetic Procedures

o   Taking Vitals

o   Gathering Medical History

Compensation: Based on background, knowledge, and skillset

·         $21  - $26/hour

Available Schedules: Current openings include various swing shifts and overnight shifts including Saturdays.

Benefits:

·         Overnight differential

·         Uniform Allowance

·         Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

·         Paid Time Off

·         Employee Pet Discount

·         Tuition Assistance Programs

·         401k

·         Medical/Dental/Vision

·         Disability Insurance

·         Life Insurance

·         Employee Assistance Programs

·         Staff Snack Bar

For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.centralcoastpetemergency.com.

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.