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VCA Encina Veterinary Medical Center is searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to work in our emergency department for the swing shift. The applicant should have emergency and anesthesia experience, but we are willing to train the right applicant with some experience in a general practice setting.

JOB TITLE: Veterinary Assistant (VA)

Location: 2803 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

SUMMARY:

The job of an experienced Veterinary Assistant is an essential part of patient care at Encina/East Bay. They are relied upon heavily to provide outstanding patient care in all departments including Outpatient, ICU, Surgery, and Emergency. The VAs must work hand in hand with the Veterinarians to complete treatment plans for the patients in our care quickly and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Diagnostics

• Patient Care

• Anesthesia/Surgery

• Leadership

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), continuing education allowance, paid holiday and vacation time, and also personal pet care discounts. The wages range for the position is $25-$30 per hour depending on experience and credentials.

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

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