Specialty Veterinary Assistant

2 days ago

Fremont, CA, United States Beacon Veterinary Specialists Full time

Beacon Veterinary Specialists is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic Internal Medicine team. In this role, you will work side-by-side with a board-certified Internist in a collaborative team environment to provide exceptional patient care and client service through diagnostics, treatments, and follow-up care.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25 - 35 per hour

Location: 1618 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 9am - 7:30 pm (no weekends/no on-call)

Training Schedule: 6-8 weeks with same days/times

Who We Are:
At Beacon Veterinary Specialists, we're more than a specialty and emergency hospital - we're a team of devoted animal lovers committed to providing advanced, compassionate care for every patient, and thoughtful, reassuring support for every client who walks through our doors. Every pet is unique, and our board-certified veterinary specialists and skilled staff are committed to providing the individualized care and attention they deserve.

Who You Are:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience working in a Small Animal Internal Medicine department required.
  • Strong technical skills in sample/diagnostic collection, venipuncture and intravenous (IV) catheterization
  • Comfortable monitoring advanced anesthetic procedures
  • Experienced in positioning patients for diagnostic imaging including digital radiology and ultrasound
  • Compassionate towards people and animals
  • Organized with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time effectively
Responsibilities:
  • Organize and assist with all technical aspects of veterinary care and procedures for the day
  • Complete scheduled appointments including maintaining accurate medical record documentation and communication with supervising veterinarian
  • Support diagnostic ultrasound appointments by preparing patients, assisting with positioning, and ensuring accurate imaging
  • Collaborate with other departments to provide additional nursing care to hospitalized IM patients
  • Collect and process samples for diagnostic laboratory analysis
  • Educate clients on pre- and post-procedure care and medication administration
  • Support rounds during shift changes
  • Ensure all documentation and patient charges are accurate, complete, and follow hospital policy
  • Adhere to hospital and OSHA standards for restraining, handling and caring for pets
  • Maintain, clean and organize treatment areas, exam rooms and laboratory stations
  • Provide information to Clinical Services Supervisors, Client Services Manager, and Clinical Services Manager regarding client and department concerns
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Paid time off (up to 3 weeks in your first year)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including HSA and FSA accounts
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Employee pet insurance plan AND pet discounts
  • Uniform allowance
  • Generous continuing education allowance to support professional growth and development

Join Us Today

At Beacon, you'll find a supportive team, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Beacon Veterinary Specialists is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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