Veterinary Assistant, Cardiology
Ethos Veterinary Health·Concord, California
Ethos Veterinary Health·Concord, California
Support board-certified cardiologists by assisting with patient restraint, diagnostic testing, and sample collection. Maintain clinical environments and provide compassionate communication and support to clients during appointments.
Veterinary assistant – cardiology
Build your specialty veterinary career with the Cardiology team at SAGE Concord. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll work alongside board-certified veterinary cardiologists and experienced technicians providing advanced cardiac diagnostics, treatments, and compassionate care for patients with complex heart conditions. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced specialty environment, we'd love to meet you.
At SAGE Concord, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work in the largest Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Hospital in the East Bay. Since opening our state-of-the-art facility in 2022, we've expanded access to advanced Emergency & Critical Care, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Integrative Medicine, and Diagnostic Imaging.
Our Cardiology team provides advanced diagnostics and treatment while fostering a collaborative culture centered on mentorship, continuous learning, and exceptional patient care.
In your day-To-Day, you will
Assist board-certified cardiologists and technicians with patient restraint, handling, and treatment procedures.
Prepare patients for advanced cardiac diagnostics, including echocardiograms, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, radiographs, and Holter monitor placement.
Collect laboratory samples, including blood, urine, and other diagnostic specimens.
Obtain patient histories and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly communicate changes in condition.
Assist with catheter placement, medication administration, and sample preparation as directed.
Clean, stock, and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and medical equipment.
Provide compassionate client communication throughout appointments and procedures.
Support workflow coordination within the Cardiology department while collaborating with other specialty services.
Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.
What you bring
Previous veterinary assistant experience required; specialty or emergency experience preferred.
Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
Experience collecting laboratory samples.
Knowledge of basic veterinary nursing and patient care procedures.
Familiarity with Holter monitor placement preferred.
Excellent communication, customer service, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Ability to lift and assist in restraining animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient and client care.
Perks & benefits
Located in the heart of the East Bay, Concord offers an outstanding quality of life with easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Mount Diablo, and the greater Bay Area. Enjoy scenic hiking, diverse dining, and vibrant communities while building your career in one of Northern California's leading specialty veterinary hospitals.
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class veterinary 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 professionals in hospitals designed for learning, collaboration, and excellence.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow professionally and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and help advance veterinary medicine—together.
At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to build your specialty veterinary career while making a meaningful difference for cardiac patients and their families. If you're passionate about exceptional patient care and collaborative medicine, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become an essential part of the SAGE Concord Cardiology team.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Previous veterinary assistant experience is required, with a preference for specialty or emergency backgrounds. Candidates must possess strong animal handling skills and the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.
