Veterinary Assistant – Cardiology
Location: Concord, CA
Department: Cardiology
Schedule: Varied schedule Monday-Friday, 2-3 8/hr shifts per week
Compensation: $25–$31/hour, plus $5.50/hr differential for any hours worked between 6pm-6am
Position Type: Part-Time
SAGE Concord is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Veterinary Assistant to support our Cardiology team in Concord. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced specialty environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
The Veterinary Assistant works closely with board-certified veterinary cardiologists, technicians, and hospital staff to provide high-quality medical support for patients undergoing cardiac diagnostics, treatment, and ongoing care.
Responsibilities
- Assist cardiologists and technicians with patient restraint, handling, and treatment procedures
- Prepare patients for diagnostic testing including echocardiograms, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, radiographs, and Holter monitor placement
- Collect laboratory samples including blood, urine, and other diagnostic specimens
- Obtain patient histories and maintain accurate medical records
- Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition promptly
- Assist with catheter placement, medication administration, and sample preparation as directed
- Clean, stock, and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment
- Provide exceptional communication and compassionate support to clients during appointments and procedures
- Ensure adherence to hospital safety, sanitation, and patient care protocols
- Support workflow coordination within the cardiology department and collaborate with other specialty services as needed
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Previous veterinary assistant experience required; specialty or emergency experience preferred
- Strong animal handling and restraint skills
- Experience with laboratory sample collection
- Excellent client communication and customer service abilities
- Familiarity with Holter monitor placement preferred
- Knowledge of basic veterinary nursing and patient care procedures
- Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Compassionate attitude toward patients, clients, and coworkers
- Flexibility and reliability with attendance and scheduling
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout scheduled shifts
- Comfortable working in a clinical environment with exposure to animals, chemicals, and medical equipment
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health & wellness programs
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid vacation & sick leave accrual
- Uniforms provided
- Advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health
SAGE Concord is a premier provider of specialty and emergency veterinary care, offering a wide range of services including Emergency, Critical Care, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Imaging, Neurology, Integrative Medicine, and Oncology.
Opened in 2022, our state-of-the-art facility is the largest Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Hospital in the East Bay. We foster a collaborative environment that values continuous learning, mutual respect, and strong team dynamics across all departments.
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.