Night Shift Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

About us
We are an 8 Doctor practice in Anaheim Hills offering a variety of services including but not limited to Urgent Care, Acupuncture, Cold Laser, CT Imaging, Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, Orthopedic Surgery and Overnight Hospitalization.
We believe in working with people you love! We promote a family-oriented environment that is based on a true team approach. Be a part of a supportive group of individuals that are dedicated to helping their patients and each other!
Come see why we have been voted the Best Pet Clinic in the OC times for 3 years in a row!
Learn more about us here: https://anaheimhillsvet.com/
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled, enthusiastic RVT or Veterinary assistant to work our Overnight shift. Come work with an amazing team! Be involved in exciting and different cases! Work with highly skilled Doctors and approachable leadership!
Job Responsibilities
The applicant should have excellent technical skills, good communication skills, excellent work ethic, be a team player and be a self-starter. Our focus is on quality patient care, exceptional customer service and a supportive team environment! The applicant should be comfortable performing the following:
• Cares for overnight hospitalized patients, performing hourly treatments.
• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.
Benefits
We believe in a positive work/life balance! Full time employment is 4 days a week with 10-hour shifts and a consistent schedule. Paid Time Off is available for full-time employees.
Position includes medical, dental and vision insurance after 30 days of full-time employment and discounted veterinary care after 90 days of employment.
401k savings available to eligible employees.
Pay ranges from $20.00-$29 DOE.
Join our team today!
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.