Veterinary Assistant, CCU
Ethos Veterinary Health·Concord, California
Ethos Veterinary Health·Concord, California
The Veterinary Assistant will monitor and provide intensive care to critical patients under the supervision of veterinarians and RVTs. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a hygienic and organized clinical environment.
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Make a meaningful impact caring for the hospital's most critically ill patients. As an Overnight Veterinary Assistant in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) at SAGE Concord, you'll work alongside Emergency and Critical Care specialists, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and experienced support staff in one of Northern California's premier specialty hospitals.
At sage concord, part of ethos veterinary health, you'll be part of the largest specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in the east bay. Our collaborative team provides advanced emergency & critical care, surgery, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, cardiology, integrative medicine, and more.
You'll gain hands-on experience with complex medical and surgical cases while working in a supportive environment focused on mentorship, teamwork, and professional growth.
In your day-To-Day, you will
Monitor hospitalized and critical care patients, documenting vital signs and changes in condition.
Provide compassionate nursing support and comfort care for critically ill patients.
Assist with examinations, treatments, procedures, diagnostic imaging, and patient preparation.
Administer medications and assist with IV fluid preparation and treatments as directed.
Maintain accurate medical records, treatment logs, and controlled substance documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked Critical Care Unit.
Assist with inventory management and equipment maintenance.
Work closely with veterinarians, RVTs, and support teams.
Contribute to a positive, collaborative hospital culture.
What you bring
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two years of clinical veterinary experience; Emergency or Critical Care experience preferred.
Strong venipuncture, patient handling, and mathematical calculation skills.
Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
Ability to remain calm and compassionate in a fast-paced critical care environment.
A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
Perks & benefits
Located in Concord, California, SAGE offers easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, and the outdoor recreation of Mount Diablo. Enjoy the best of East Bay living while building your career at one of the region's leading specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals.
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to build your critical care skills while making a meaningful difference for patients and their families.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to the Talent Acquisition team.
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 applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma and at least two years of clinical experience, preferably in a CCU setting. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in venipuncture, math calculations, and animal handling are required.
Market context
California CCU veterinary assistant roles often reflect steady demand in emergency and critical care settings, where clinics need staff who can handle hospitalized patients and support fast-paced treatment teams. Competition is usually strongest for candidates with prior ER or CCU experience, solid patient handling, and accurate medication calculation skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then be ready to highlight hands-on critical care experience and calculation accuracy in your application.
