Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Growth & Benefits

Amerivet; California; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Cottage Pet Hospital in Anaheim, CA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy team and support veterinarians in daily patient care. You will assist with examinations, prep, restraint, and basic diagnostic procedures while maintaining a clean, compassionate clinical environment.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and hands-on animal handling. If you have 2+ years in a veterinary setting and thrive in a fast-paced hospital, this role offers growth, competitive pay, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain and handle canine and feline patients during examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Assist veterinary staff with patient intake, weight collection, and preparation for examinations.
• Monitor patients for changes in behavior or condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinary team.
• Provide compassionate handling that prioritizes patient safety and minimizes stress.
• Prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment for appointments and procedures.
• Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing when trained and authorized.
• Assist with radiographic positioning and equipment operation after required training and under appropriate supervision.
• Perform delegated patient-care tasks in accordance with California regulations and hospital protocols.
• Prepare surgical and dental areas, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and restraint for procedures.
• Support the veterinary team with perioperative patient care and observation within the permitted scope of practice.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and maintain appropriate infection-control practices.
• Assist with dental procedures without independently performing dental scaling, polishing, extractions, or other restricted dental operations.
• Clean and disinfect examination rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and equipment.
• Maintain appropriate sanitation, infection control, and waste-disposal practices.
• Restock supplies and maintain organized treatment and storage areas.
• Assist with patient husbandry, including feeding, walking, and maintaining clean and comfortable housing.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties, including end-of-day hospital cleanup.
• Collaborate with Veterinarians, RVTs, and other team members to support efficient daily operations.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Cottage Pet Hospital in Anaheim, CA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy team and support veterinarians in daily patient care. You will assist with examinations, prep, restraint, and basic diagnostic procedures while maintaining a clean, compassionate clinical environment.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and hands-on animal handling. If you have 2+ years in a veterinary setting and thrive in a fast-paced hospital, this role offers growth, competitive pay, and