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Veterinary Assistant/Technician - East Bay Team

Veterinary Assistant/Technician Position

In the field, employees will assist the veterinarian with procedures as needed and assist with daily maintenance of vehicle inventory. Employees are expected to maintain a professional communication style with both clients and veterinarians while at appointments. Field assistants must be capable of a large amount of physical activity as they will be physically active during examinations and when moving diagnostic equipment. 

Essential Functions the employee must be able to:
  • Frequently crouch in order to take radiographs, scrub wounds, and prepare for sterile procedures.
  • Assist doctors in maintaining supply stock on all vehicles. 
  • Remain in a stationary position 50% of the time during the drive between appointments, writing medical records, emailing clients, etc.
  • Work in all weather conditions.
  • Lunge a horse at the walk, trot, and canter. 
  • Frequently move up to 50lbs by moving diagnostic equipment (radiograph machine, gastroscopy unit, etc.) and manipulating horses (sedated horse head, legs, etc.)​
  • Confirm all necessary equipment and supplies for the day are packed on the truck. 
  • Provide service by maintaining superior cleanliness throughout the appointment and clean the work area prior to leaving a barn. 
  • Ensure all equipment is returned to the vehicle before leaving each appointment. 
  • Keep doctors on task and focused.
  • Maintain a positive attitude. 
  • Maintain communication with office and other staff members throughout the day.
  • Keep notes for future appointments, callbacks, and projects on Wunderlist and ezyVet.
  • Assist with office work as needed.
  • Update status of appointments in EzyVet, so the office is up to date in case of emergencies. 
*Registered Veterinary Employees are legally allowed to perform services individually under veterinary supervision. 
** Registered Veterinary Assistants are legally allowed to perform services under direct veterinary supervision. ​
Education requirements: RVT license (desired but not required), high school diploma, horse experience
Job Training: Please note that some initial training may be conducted on-site with our Woodside team. 
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