SAGE, Senior Surgical Veterinary AssistantEthos Veterinary Health • Redwood City, California, United States
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SAGE, Senior Surgical Veterinary Assistant
Ethos Veterinary Health
- Redwood City, California, United States
- Redwood City, California, United States
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Competitive Pay up to $35/hr + Shift Differentials ($5.50/hr for hours worked between 6pm–6am)
Sign-On Bonus up to $3,000
Are you a skilled and experienced Senior Veterinary Assistant passionate about surgical care and animal health? SAGE Redwood City is seeking a dedicated Senior VA to support our surgical team and ensure exceptional care for pets before, during, and after surgery.
- Prepare surgical suites and sterilize instruments
- Assist with patient prep and anesthesia monitoring
- Support veterinarians during surgery, maintaining aseptic technique
- Monitor recovery and administer medications as directed
- Take and process radiographs (X-rays)
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure equipment is clean and functional
- Communicate postoperative care instructions to clients
- Assist in emergency surgical situations
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Veterinary surgery experience preferred (not required)
- Ability to monitor anesthesia and calculate drug doses
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Must obtain California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire (waived if RVT)
- Competitive Pay: Up to $35/hr based on experience
- Shift Differential: $5.50/hr for hours worked between 6pm–6am
- Full-Time Schedule: 4/10s or 3/12s
- Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, uniforms
- Career Growth: CE allowance, VetBloom access, paid milestones for RVT/VTS certifications
- Wellness Support: League wellness app and onsite Veterinary Social Worker
Ethos Veterinary Health 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, Ethos 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.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. PM19
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