Animal Care Assistant

Western University of Health Sciences; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to support quality veterinary care for pets. Responsibilities include educating clients on pet health and assisting in a fast-paced clinical environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and customer service skills, along with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality care.
• Educate clients on pet health.
• Maintain a safe environment in the hospital.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Problem solving skills

Customer service skills

Computer skills

Mathematical ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Classification Pay Scale

In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Posting Number: S01620

Campus

Department: 1720-East Valley Center

Classification Pay Scale

In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum: $17.50 Hourly

Maximum $20.04 Hourly

Job Summary

The Animal Care Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment. This position is located in Van Nuys, CA.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Must have the ability to multi-task, have good communication skills, organization skills, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Some computer skills and mathematical ability required.
• Experience working in a fast paced clinical setting preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.

Preferred Qualifications

One year related experience preferred with customer service.

Posting Date: 06/16/2025

Closing Date

Essential Job Duties

To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/33037

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Seniority level

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  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Industries

  Higher Education

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