Veterinary Technician

Job overview

The Veterinary Technician role is an onsite, full-time position in Union City, CA, paying $26–$31 per hour. The role supports veterinary care through animal care, diagnostics, treatment, and communication with clients. The technician assists veterinarians with examinations, diagnostic testing, medications, anesthesia, surgery, emergency triage, and laboratory work. The role also includes maintaining patient records and supplies, educating clients, and collaborating with veterinary and support staff. The posting requests at least three years of veterinary hospital experience and identifies an associate degree and veterinary technician certification as qualifications.

What you'll do

• Safely handle and restrain animals
• assist with examinations and diagnostics
• collect and process samples
• administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments
• prepare and monitor animals for anesthesia and surgery
• provide post-operative and emergency care
• maintain records and inventory
• educate clients and assist with appointments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary technician

animal care

veterinary diagnostics

surgical assistance

anesthesia monitoring

emergency triage

laboratory work

client education

union city ca

veterinary medical center union city

$26–$31/hour

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

Veterinary Medical Center Union City is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.