Veterinary Assistant, Cardiology

Sacramento, CA

Full Time

Cardiology

Mid Level

Veterinary Assistant – Cardiology

Pay Range: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour
Sacramento, California

Vista Veterinary Specialists is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Cardiology Team on a full-time basis.

Our 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital recently relocated to a newly expanded 17,300-square-foot advanced medical facility designed to support cutting-edge specialty and critical care medicine. The hospital features:

Four fully equipped operating rooms
Advanced on-site CT scanner
Dedicated ICU and Intermediate Care Units
Digital radiography and ultrasonography
Endoscopy and full in-house laboratory services

We provide advanced veterinary specialty services in:

Emergency & Critical Care
Cardiology
Internal Medicine
Radiology

Our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advanced diagnostics in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.

Schedule: 4/10 hr shifts Monday – Thursday

Responsibilities: As a Veterinary Assistant in our Cardiology Department, you will:

Assist veterinarians with the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of inpatient and outpatient cardiology cases
Support patients with complex, chronic, and multi-system medical conditions
Perform patient triage, obtain detailed medical histories, and monitor patient status
Assist in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans
Collect, prepare, and process laboratory samples according to hospital protocols
Maintain accurate medical records, including treatments, medications, diagnostics, and patient vitals
Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures including radiography and CT imaging
Prepare and position patients for imaging and monitor patients during procedures
Support anesthetic procedures including patient preparation, induction, monitoring, and recovery
Provide compassionate client communication and education regarding treatment plans, diagnostics, and home care instructions
Collaborate closely with veterinarians, RVTs, and specialty teams to ensure high-quality patient care

Qualifications & Skills

Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, procedures, disease states, and treatment protocols
Experience with patient monitoring equipment, in-house laboratory equipment, radiology, and anesthesia monitoring
Ability to perform accurate medical calculations including medication dosages and client estimates
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, self-motivated, and team-oriented mindset
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty and emergency veterinary environment
Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
CT imaging experience is a plus, though training will be provided

Full-Time Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Accrued vacation time
Paid sick time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, competence, and business needs.

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