About This Location:
At Midtown Animal Hospital, we have been a cornerstone of pet care in the Midtown community for over 50 years. Our full-service companion animal hospital is dedicated to providing quality veterinary care. Our services include wellness and preventive care, advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, dental care, and pet boarding. We also collaborate with cardiology and diagnostic imaging specialists to ensure comprehensive care.
Our facility is equipped to support your professional development, whether your interests lie in preventive medicine, advanced diagnostics, or surgical procedures. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values mentorship and continuous learning, ensuring we deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.
Midtown Sacramento is a vibrant neighborhood known for its rich arts and cultural scene. Tree-lined streets are home to historic Victorian architecture, trendy restaurants, bars, art galleries, boutiques, and shops. The area hosts the Second Saturday Art Walk, attracting thousands of residents and visitors each month.
If you’re seeking to join a dedicated team in a dynamic and engaging community, we invite you to consider Midtown Animal Hospital
Overview:

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  Benefits:

ROLE SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians and Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in the care of animals, the hospital, and all medical equipment and machinery. Assistants will help maintain a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as education of the clients.
Responsibilities / Qualifications:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
• Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
• Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
• High quality client communication on patient updates and questions