Ethos Veterinary Health

Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine - Concord, CA - Full Time

Senior Veterinary Assistant – Internal Medicine 

Sage Veterinary Centers – Concord, CA

Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Pay Range: $28–$35 per hour (DOE) + $5.50/hr differential for hours worked between 6pm-6am
Job Type: Full-Time | 4/10 hour shifts

Sage Veterinary Centers in Concord, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine specialty team. This role supports board-certified veterinary internists in a fast-paced, high-acuity specialty hospital environment.

We are looking for a skilled Veterinary Assistant with strong animal handling, laboratory sample collection, client communication, and medical record management experience. Candidates with experience in internal medicine, emergency, or specialty veterinary hospitals are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position may require the ability to flex or rotate into other specialty departments as hospital needs change.

Responsibilities

  • Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in internal medicine diagnostics and treatments
  • Perform animal restraint and handling for dogs and cats with varying medical conditions
  • Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, cytology)
  • Support client communication under the direction of medical staff
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) documentation
  • Assist with endoscopy, ultrasound, and other scope-based procedures
  • Prepare, clean, and maintain medical equipment and instruments
  • Support radiology and diagnostic imaging procedures following safety protocols
  • Monitor hospitalized patients and assist with ongoing treatments
  • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment areas
  • Assist with patient admission, discharge, and hospital flow coordination
  • Provide support across multiple departments when needed (internal medicine, surgery, emergency, etc.)

Required Qualifications

  • Strong skills in animal handling and restraint
  • Experience with laboratory sample collection and processing
  • Familiarity with veterinary medical terminology and hospital workflow
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced specialty or emergency environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
  • Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Internal Medicine veterinary experience
  • Specialty or referral hospital experience
  • Emergency veterinary experience (ER/CCU)
  • Endoscopy or advanced diagnostic support experience

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift 40–50 lbs with assistance
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and restraint of animals
  • Exposure to anesthesia, diagnostic equipment, and medical materials

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Continuing education (CE) support
  • Uniform allowance
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Career growth in veterinary specialty medicine
  • Collaborative and supportive hospital culture

Why Join Sage Concord

Sage Concord is a leading veterinary specialty and emergency hospital offering advanced diagnostics, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, neurology, and critical care services.

Our hospital is built on collaboration, medical excellence, and compassionate patient care. We work as a unified team of specialists, technicians, and assistants to deliver the highest standard of veterinary medicine.

If you are seeking a veterinary assistant job in a specialty hospital with growth opportunities, advanced diagnostics exposure, and strong mentorship, Sage Concord is the place to build your career.


Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. pm19
 
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