Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Swing & Overnight

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; South Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA TLC Pasadena Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency Department in Pasadena, CA. You will support clinicians with exams, treatments, and patient care in a fast-paced setting. The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and a love for animals.

We offer competitive pay ($28-$34/hr), full-time schedules including overnight swing shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package. Experience in veterinary emergencies is preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred 3 years of veterinary and emergency experience.
• Proficiency with veterinary computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors with exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Venipuncture and IVC placement.
• Administer SQ fluids, medications, etc.
• Collaborate with all staff to ensure hospitalized patients receive high-quality care.
• Recognize subtle changes in clinical status.
• Provide discharge instructions to clients.
• Complete estimates and basic record-keeping.
• Surgical preparation.
• Anesthesia monitoring.
• Advanced phlebotomy.
• Monitor ventilator cases.
• Apheresis procedures.
• Assist with diagnostic imaging (radiographs and ultrasounds).

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Outstanding communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking ability

Love for animals

Job description

VCA TLC Pasadena Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency Department in Pasadena, CA. You will support clinicians with exams, treatments, and patient care in a fast-paced setting. The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and a love for animals.

We offer competitive pay ($28-$34/hr), full-time schedules including overnight swing shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package. Experience in veterinary emergencies is preferred.