Description:
Cerro Alto Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
Cerro Alto Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital is a privately owned, non-corporate specialty and emergency hospital built around collaboration, growth, and high-quality medicine.
We are seeking an Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant who is excited to be part of a team-oriented environment, contribute to advanced patient care, and grow alongside a supportive group of technicians and specialists.
This role is ideal for someone who wants to build their technical skills, stay actively involved in patient care, and be part of a hospital where assistants are valued contributors—not just support staff.
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Non-corporate, veterinarian-led hospital — decisions are made by the people in the building
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Collaborative team structure — assistants, technicians, and doctors work closely together
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Growth-focused environment — we invest in training and skill development
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Hands-on experience — meaningful involvement in patient care and case flow
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Exposure to advanced medicine — internal medicine, oncology, surgery, and Emergency and ICU cases
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Assist with patient restraint and handling for exams and treatments
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Support internal medicine treatments and procedures under technician/doctor supervision
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Monitor patients for comfort and basic changes in status
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Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment
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Assist with sample collection (blood, urine, etc.) as trained
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Prepare supplies and equipment for procedures and treatments
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Support IV catheter placement and treatment setup
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Assist in maintaining chemotherapy safety protocols and PPE compliance
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Help facilitate a positive client experience through clear, kind communication
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Reinforce discharge instructions and general care guidance as directed
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Support the team in maintaining a calm and compassionate environment
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Assist with stocking, cleaning, and maintaining treatment areas
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Help coordinate patient flow and appointment readiness
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Work closely with technicians and doctors to support daily workflow
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Contribute to a positive, respectful, team-first culture
We are building a hospital where every team member—assistants included—has a meaningful role in patient care.
If you’re looking for a place where you can learn, grow, and be part of a genuinely collaborative team, this is a great opportunity to develop your career in veterinary medicine.
Shift Differentials
We recognize the value of overnight and weekend coverage and offer additional compensation for eligible hours worked:
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Overnight Differential: +$3.00/hour for hours worked between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM
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Weekend Differential: +$3.00/hour for hours worked between Friday at 8:00 PM and Monday at 6:00 AM
These differentials are separate and cumulative. Team members working eligible overnight hours during the weekend differential period may earn both differentials, providing the opportunity to earn up to an additional $6.00/hour above their base rate.
Requirements:
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Prior veterinary assistant experience preferred (especially in specialty or ER)
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Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
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Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
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Team-oriented with strong communication skills
At Cerro Alto, this role is a starting point for growth, not a static position.
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Hands-on training with experienced technicians and specialists
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Opportunities to build technical skills over time
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Exposure to the specialty of internal medicine
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Clear pathway for increased responsibility and career advancement
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Fast-paced specialty and emergency hospital
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Physically active role (standing, lifting, patient handling)
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Supportive, team-driven culture with high standards of care
This is a full-time role. Internal Medicine does not schedule appointments on weekends; however, we do use our specialty veterinary assistants to help care for the specialty services in patients on the weekend. So Saturday and Sunday daytime shifts are possible. The hours are 7:00am-6:00pm. We work 10 hour shifts and full time requires committing to 3-4 shifts per week.
