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Allied OMS LLC

Surgical Assistant

Napa, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Dental Anesthesia Assistant Permit (through Dental Board of CA) * Emergency procedures - identification and treatment * Familiar with dental/oral surgery software - DSN preferred * Computer savvy ...

Allied OMS LLC

Surgical Assistant

Napa, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Dental Anesthesia Assistant Permit (through Dental Board of CA) * Emergency procedures - identification and treatment * Familiar with dental/oral surgery software - DSN preferred * Computer savvy ...

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Anesthesiology (Per Diem)

San Jose, CA · On-site

Physician Assistant- Hem/Onc- Austin -- Baylor Scott & White Health, Austin, Texas * Physician - Anesthesia -- Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Salt Lake City, Utah * Rheumatologist ...

Allied OMS LLC

Surgical Assistant

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Dental Anesthesia Assistant Permit (through Dental Board of CA) * Emergency procedures - identification and treatment * Familiar with dental/oral surgery software - DSN preferred * Computer savvy ...

CT Assist

Locum Tenens CRNA

Eureka, CA · On-site

... Anesthsia, Airway Management, Patient Assessment, Intraoperative Care, Pain Management, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Intubation, Critical Thinking, Patient Safety CT Assist Job ID #4276. Posted job title ...

Somnia Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$577K/yr

Somnia Anesthesia is seeking an Anesthesiologist to join their team in Long Beach, CA. This role ... * Assist and collaborate with peers efficiently and effectively to ensure smooth patient care and ...

Moffitt

CRNA or AA for Moffitt Anesthesiology

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$199K - $304K/yr

... Assistant (CAA)will serve as a member of theAnesthesiology Departmentand will provide anesthesia care to cancer patients under the direct supervision of physician anesthesiologists. The CRNA / AA ...

TEEMA Group

Anesthesia Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25 - $39/hr

Ensure proper sterilization, functionality, and availability of equipment. * Assist anesthesiologists and CRNAs in delivering high-quality patient care. * Maintain accurate inventory and order ...

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How much do anesthesia assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for anesthesia assistant in California is $350,584.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $320,700.00 and $394,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What challenges might an anesthesia assistant face in a fast-paced surgical environment?

Anesthesia Assistants often work in high-pressure settings where quick thinking and adaptability are essential. They may encounter challenges such as managing multiple cases with varying complexity, responding to rapidly changing patient conditions, and collaborating with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff to ensure patient safety. Staying current with evolving technologies and protocols is also important. Effective communication and the ability to remain calm under pressure are key to overcoming these challenges.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an anesthesia assistant?

To thrive as an Anesthesia Assistant, you need a thorough understanding of anesthesia practices, human physiology, and pharmacology, typically gained through a specialized degree or certification in anesthesia assistance. Familiarity with anesthesia delivery systems, patient monitoring technology, and electronic health records is essential. Excellent teamwork, attention to detail, and communication skills are crucial for supporting anesthesiologists and ensuring patient safety. These competencies are vital for minimizing risks during procedures and providing high-quality perioperative care.

What is an anesthesia assistant?

Anesthesia Assistants are highly trained healthcare professionals who work under the direction of anesthesiologists to deliver anesthesia care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Their responsibilities include preparing patients for anesthesia, monitoring vital signs, assisting with anesthesia administration, and ensuring patient safety throughout the process. Anesthesia Assistants play a critical role in surgical teams by supporting anesthesiologists and helping maintain optimal patient outcomes.

Is being an anesthesia assistant worth it?

Anesthesia assistants play a vital role in supporting anesthesiologists by preparing equipment, monitoring patients, and ensuring safety during procedures. The job offers competitive salaries, opportunities for specialization, and a stable work environment, but requires certification and adherence to strict safety protocols.

How do you become an anesthesia assistant?

To become an anesthesia assistant, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in health sciences or a related field, followed by specialized training or certification in anesthesia assistance. Some regions require certification from a recognized body, and relevant skills include knowledge of medical terminology, patient care, and working with anesthesia equipment. Gaining clinical experience through internships or on-the-job training is also important.
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Infographic showing various Anesthesia Assistant job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $350,584 per year, or $168.6 per hour.

Veterinary Assistant - Experienced

Care & Comfort Veterinary Hospital

El Cajon, CA

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description

Care & Comfort Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant. Apply today!
 
Position Summary 
A certified or non-certified veterinary technician directly handles inpatient and outpatient care, working hand-in-hand with veterinaries. The technician may assists in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight; preparing vaccines; collecting samples and running diagnostic tests; providing client educations; and assisting with animal restraint. Technicians also may see their own appointments for procedures such as suture removal, nail trim, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, long -term medication monitoring testing, surgery admission and discharge and boarding check-in exams. Technicians directly impact doctors’ productivity, client service and patient care.
 
Reports to Technician Supervisor, Office Manager and all Doctors
 
Job Duties
  • Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery
  • Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs
  • Assist veterinarians without patient exams by taking histories if needed, vital signs and weighs as well as providing client education
  • Provide nursing care for in-hospital patients
  • Conduct pre-admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients
  • Maintain proper care and medication administration of boarding animals and assist
 
Exams
  • Help front staff when needed prepare and maintain exam rooms and assist in exam rooms by taking vital signs and getting patient history
  • Collect samples and run in house testing (fecal/giardia test, HWT, etc.)
  • Fill prescriptions per veterinarian’s instructions
  • Educate clients about medication instructions and administration
  • Perform admission exams form patients being hospitalized, here for boarding/grooming, including weight, vital signs and when needed pre-surgical exams
  • Preform pre-anesthetic exam on surgery and dental patients if the veterinarian has not already assessed patients
  • Discharge Patients for dentistry, spay/neuter and declaw surgeries, when needed
 
Lab
  • Responsible for in-hospital lab testing such as fecal/giardia testing , pre-anesthetic test, senior screens, complete blood count, urinalysis, heartworm test, felv/fiv test, cytology etc.
  • Collect and prepare samples
  • Report diagnostic testing results to veterinarians
  • Maintain quality controls and record keeping on in- house lab equipment
  • Keep lab area clean
  • Complete proper sample preparation and paperwork for outside diagnostic lab tests
 
Treatment 
  • Perform treatments noted on treatment board and in medical records (hospitalized patients, surgeries, dentistry patients, boarding medications
  • Assist veterinarians with daily treatments
  • Monitor intensive care patients
  • Provide nursing care
  • Take and process x-rays
  • Use and maintain IV pumps
Surgery
  • Admit patient scheduled for surgery and dentistry
  • Keep surgical materials stocked
  • Prepare gown and surgical packs
  • Check oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger system
  • Prepare surgery suite
  • Prepare instruments Know type of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries
  • Assist veterinarians with patient restraint
  • Assist veterinarians with induction/intubation or perform induction/intubation
  • Surgical preparation of patient
  • Monitor anesthesia closely with monitoring equipment
  • Help maintain anesthesia machine
  • Assist veterinarian performing surgery
  • Monitor patients waking up from anesthesia; assist with treatment if patient has reaction to anesthesia
  • Clean surgery site and surgical instruments after each procedure following hospital sterilization protocols
  • Keep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical records
  • Ensure hospital patients go home well-groomed and in an appropriate medical state
 
Dentistry
  • Clean, scale and polish teeth using dental equipment and hand instruments
  • Perform fluoride treatments
  • Record dental problems in medical records and report them to veterinarians for instructions
  • Assist veterinarians performing oral extractions or other dental procedures
  • Take before-and-after digital photos for client handouts
  • Take and process dental x-rays
 
Medical Records
  • Update medical records with progress notes
  • Communicate with doctors and technicians through notations in medical notes
  • Record information for hospitalized patients
  • Write in treatment that have been done in proper template
 
House keeping
  • Maintain cleanliness of surgery suite, treatment area and exam rooms for all surfaces including lights, tables, cabinets, walls and floors
  • Maintain Equipment cleanliness and longevity by vacuuming or removing hair from keyboards, wheels and equipment
  • Sweep or vacuum treatment area, lab/pharmacy, exam rooms, laundry area dog runs and cat condos etc.
  • Clean glass windows and doors in surgery suite, treatment area and exam rooms
  • Sweep and mop floors in all the same above areas
  • Keep food and drinks out of treatment area and surgery suite
  • Discard syringes in proper containers
  • Empty trash
  • Clean and sanitize food/water bowls
  • Clean cages and bedding for patients
  • Organize radiology gowns, gloves, badges
  • Scrub and polish sinks
  • Wipe down walls and baseboards
  • Clean cages
  • Do laundry
 
Administrative Duties
  • Log controlled drugs
  • Assist with inventory physical count – write on white board when low on an item
  • Unpack deliveries, reconcile against packing slip and order sheet
  • Restock shelves and drawers
 
Safety
  • Follow OSHA requirements
  • Follow practices’ health and safety protocols
  • Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
 
Administrative
  • Be proficient in using our veterinary software
  • File lab results
  • Send out x-ray badges monthly if needed
  • Assist CSR when needed
  • Attend staff and department meeting
 
Profession Growth Duties 2%
  • Attend continuing education for technicians ( CE)
  • Network with other technicians from other practices
  • Read veterinary and technician journals
 
Educational Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in field/training
  • Associate’s degree in applied science, veterinary technology
  • State License to work as certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician
Skills Needed:
  • Ability to assist veterinarians and fellow staff in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery
Physical Obligations:
  • Able to lift patient and carry equipment up to 40 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 40 pounds with assistance
  • Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard surfaces for extended periods
  • Type information for patient records
  • Able to work in noisy work conditions with sound from animals and equipment
  • Take Safety precaution for exposure to toxin, drugs, anesthesia and radiation

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay range from $20-$25 hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.