Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Universal Pet Hospital
  • Palo Alto, California
  • $20–$35
  • Instant Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description

Universal Pet Hospital: Join Our Veterinary Team!
Are you a passionate, experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Assistant/Technician looking for a rewarding full-time role? Universal Pet Hospital is seeking a dedicated individual to join our fast-paced, compassionate team. If you're committed to animal welfare, eager to grow your skills, and love celebrating the human-animal bond, we encourage you to apply!

About Universal Pet Hospital:
We are a full-service animal hospital providing superior wellness, surgical, and emergency care seven days a week. We pride ourselves on treating every patient as a valued family member and exceeding expectations. We also invest in our staff, offering excellent opportunities for professional growth.

What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities:
As a vital part of our team, you will provide comprehensive patient and clinical support, including:
  • Clinical and Surgical Assistance: Assist veterinarians with exams, procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and surgery.
  • Patient Care: Perform basic medical procedures (e.g., placing IV catheters, collecting lab samples), administer medication, monitor patients, and manage their feeding and handling. Note: Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Diagnostics: Process lab samples and perform or assist with digital radiography and ultrasound.
  • Client Education & Communication: Warmly greet all visitors, answer calls, schedule appointments, and educate pet owners on preventative care and treatment plans.
  • Clinic Operations: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all areas (kennels, exam rooms, lab) and ensure the accuracy of all patient records.

What We're Looking For: Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is a motivated "people person" with a love for pets who possesses:
  • A compassionate, dedicated, and detail-oriented attitude.
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and interact well with both clients and their pets.
  • Availability to work Weekdays or Weekends.
  • Essential knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal anatomy.
  • Strong experience in animal care, including handling and kennel management.
  • The necessary physical ability to stand for long periods, perform regular physical tasks, and safely lift 50 lbs.
  • Previous veterinary experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.

Benefits and How to Apply:
This is a full-time position with a competitive benefits package, including:
  • 401(k).
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Paid time off.

Ready to join a team that values its patients and its people? Apply now to start your career at Universal Pet Hospital!

Numbers & Facts

LocationPalo Alto, California
Salary$20–$35

Skills

  • Anatomyunmatched
  • Anesthesiologyunmatched
  • Animal Careunmatched
  • Calendar Managementunmatched
  • Clinical Supportunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Emergency Careunmatched
  • Intravenous Therapiesunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Medical Treatmentunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Preventive Medicineunmatched
  • Radiographyunmatched
  • Sample/Specimen Processingunmatched
  • Specimen Collectionunmatched
  • Specimens/Samplesunmatched
  • Telephone Skillsunmatched
  • Treatment Planunmatched
  • Ultrasoundunmatched
  • Veterinary Hospitalunmatched
  • Veterinary Medicineunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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