Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Fountain Valley Animal Hospital; Security (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Refundable uniform allowance

Referral bonus program

Pet discounts

Job summary

Fountain Valley Animal Hospital is hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our four-doctor small animal practice. This full-time position offers a stable schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays, and opportunities to use your full skill set from venipuncture to anesthesia monitoring.

You will collaborate with a supportive team, receive tuition support, and access generous benefits while helping us deliver exceptional patient care and family-friendly service in our community.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary assistant experience required in a small animal practice.
• Comfort with venipuncture, catheter placement, radiographs, and in-house lab work.
• Experience supporting surgical and dental procedures and monitoring anesthesia is a strong plus.
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and coworkers.
• A team-first attitude and a passion for learning and growing as an Experienced Veterinary Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection.
• Take high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards.
• Run in-house lab work, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient prep, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care.
• Monitor anesthesia during routine surgical procedures.
• Educate clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts.
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean, stocked, and ready.
• Collaborate with the team to keep the hospital running smoothly.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Venipuncture

Radiographs

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Job description

Who we are:

Fountain Valley Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $19- $20 per hour based on experience and skill set

Schedule: 4 days per week. No nights, weekends, or holidays

Experience: Prior veterinary assistant experience required

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Looking for a veterinary assistant role where you can use your hands-on skills, keep your evenings and weekends to yourself, and know your team has your back every day?

Fountain Valley Animal Hospital is a four-doctor small animal general practice with a well-established support staff committed to providing unparalleled patient care. From Malamutes to Maine Coons, we see it all, and we’re looking for an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team.

We believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. That’s why we work hard to cultivate a supportive, fun environment built on camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. We’re more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals; we’re a team that welcomes you to bring your authentic self to work.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• Enjoy true work-life balance with consistent scheduling and no nights, weekends, or holidays
• Join a four-doctor practice with an established, supportive team that values every Experienced Veterinary Assistant’s contributions
• Use your full skill set, from venipuncture and radiographs to anesthesia monitoring and dental support
• Grow your skills in a culture that encourages learning, mentorship, and professional development
• Practice excellent medicine alongside exceptional people who genuinely care about patients and each other
• Be part of a clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
• Make a real difference in the health of pets and families in your community

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

As our Experienced Veterinary Assistant, you will:

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Take high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Run in-house lab work, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient prep, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor anesthesia during routine surgical procedures
• Educate clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean, stocked, and ready
• Collaborate with the team to keep the hospital running smoothly

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant in a small animal practice (required)
• Comfort with venipuncture, catheter placement, radiographs, and in-house lab work
• Experience supporting surgical and dental procedures and monitoring anesthesia is a strong plus
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and coworkers
• A team-first attitude and a passion for learning and growing as an Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re an Experienced Veterinary Assistant ready for a role with consistent hours, meaningful work, and a team that truly feels like a team, we’d love to meet you. We can’t wait to welcome you to Fountain Valley Animal Hospital!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Fountain Valley Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.