Temporary Veterinary Assistant

Riverside, CA

Posted: 09/14/2023 Job Number: 23-10232 Pay Rate ($): 0.0

Job Description

Staff Today, a HAN Division, is seeking a Temporary Veterinary Assistant to work at a facility in Riverside, California. This is a registry position with our company Staff Today.

Shift Details:
  • Candidate will provide availability and Department determines work hours

Minimum Requirement:

OPTION I Education: None required. Experience: Two years of experience in the care and treatment of small animals under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian at a veterinary clinic or small animal hospital. (Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in animal health, animal science, zoology, or a related field to the assignment may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.) OPTION II Education: None required. Experience: Three years of experience in the care and handling of animals with a public or private agency. (Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in animal health, animal science, zoology, or a related field to the assignment may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.)

Job Duties

• Assist a Veterinary Surgeon in the administration of physical examinations to determine surgical fitness of animals by handling animals during the examination. • Prepare instruments and medical supplies for Veterinary Surgeon' s use; prepare animals for sterilization surgery and assist with anesthesia procedures. • Provide the Veterinary Surgeon with supplies needed during the sterilization surgery of animals; provide support for any emergencies that might arise. • Monitor animals during surgery as needed; observe animals after surgery to detect any abnormal behavior or physical symptoms and report findings to the Veterinary Surgeon. • Clean and prepare surgical packs and instruments for sterilization prior to surgery; provide general care for and feed animals. • Under direction, render first aid, medical treatment, and therapy as required for hospitalized animals. • Assist with admittance and discharge of animals to and from clinic.

Driving Y/N: N

Bilingual Y/N: N

If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Staff Today at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Isaiah Monday-Friday (08: 30 AM - 05: 00 PM PST).


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