Jobs in Concord, CA
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SAGE Concord

Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine

2055 Meridian Park Blvd., Concord, CA, 94520 www.sagecenters.com/locations/concord
Job details
Hourly Rate$26‑32
Hours/Week30‑40
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: openingAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 20‑50

Overview

Practice Overview

SAGE Centers Specializes in many areas of Veterinary Medicine using the most current knowledge and treatments available to ensure the highest standards of care for your best friend. While our facilities feature state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and surgical tools, we pride ourselves on providing compassionate, loving care, for pets and their families alike.

About the Area

Located in a dynamic and accessible part of the East Bay area. Concord offers a blend of suburban comfort with city amenities, featuring diverse dining, shopping, and outdoor recreational opportunities, including scenic hiking trails and community parks. With easy access to nearby San Francisco and the Napa Valley, this location is ideal for veterinary professionals seeking a balance of professional growth and lifestyle enrichment in a vibrant community.

Practice Values
compassion
quality
passion
care
community
Practice Type
emergency
Species
cat
dog
Management SoftwareezyVet

Requirements

Job Description

Temporary Veterinary Assistant – Internal Medicine $26.00–$32.00/hour DOE | Part-Time | Temporary – 3 MonthsMonday, Thursday & Friday | 9:00 AM–5:30 PMSAGE Veterinary Centers – Concord, CA Looking for a short-term opportunity to build your experience in specialty veterinary medicine? SAGE Veterinary Centers in Concord is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for a three-month temporary assignment primarily supporting our Internal Medicine team. This part-time position is a great opportunity for someone with strong foundational veterinary assisting skills who enjoys hands-on patient care, working with clients, and supporting a collaborative specialty team. While your primary home will be Internal Medicine, you may also have opportunities to assist other specialty departments based on hospital needs. Why Join SAGE Concord? Consistent part-time schedule: Monday, Thursday, and Friday Three-month temporary assignment $26.00–$32.00/hour depending on experience Gain experience within a Specialty & Emergency hospital Work primarily alongside the Internal Medicine team Opportunity to support additional specialty services Build your skills while working with experienced veterinary professionals In Your Day-to-Day, You Will Support the Internal Medicine team with daily patient care and hospital workflow Safely handle and restrain patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures Collect blood and other laboratory samples Assist with procedures within the appropriate scope of your role Prepare patients and necessary supplies for procedures and treatments Support accurate and efficient laboratory sample collection and handling Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care needs Maintain clean, organized, and prepared treatment and procedure areas Provide support to other specialty departments when needed What You Bring Previous hands-on veterinary hospital experience Confidence with animal handling and restraint Experience with blood sample collection Ability to assist with veterinary procedures within your scope Strong client communication skills Attention to detail and organization Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced hospital environment Interest in Internal Medicine and specialty veterinary care Compensation & Schedule Pay: $26.00–$32.00/hour, depending on experienceEmployment Type: Part-Time, TemporaryAssignment Length: Approximately 3 monthsSchedule: Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PMPrimary Department: Internal Medicine Location SAGE Veterinary Centers – Concord serves pets and families throughout the East Bay, including Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Lafayette, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood, Danville, San Ramon, and surrounding communities. About Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional patient care, collaboration, education, and innovation. Join Us If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Vet Assistant looking for a temporary, part-time opportunity to gain additional experience in Internal Medicine and specialty veterinary care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the SAGE Concord team. Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.