Urgent-Care Vet Tech - Fast-Paced, Compassionate Care

Pasadena Veterinary Urgent Care; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance (50%+

401(k) with matching

Paid vacation (2 weeks)

Paid sick leave (1 week)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Pasadena Veterinary Urgent Care is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician for our brand-new daytime urgent care hospital in Pasadena, CA. You will assist veterinarians in examinations and treatments, perform technical tasks, and ensure compassionate, efficient care for pets and families.

Expect hands-on responsibilities, collaboration with a dynamic team, and opportunities for professional development in a fast-paced, client-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or similar setting.
• Proficiency in technical skills such as restraint, sample collection, and patient monitoring.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Passion for animals and a commitment to compassionate care.
• Familiarity with veterinary practice management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Administering medications and vaccinations.
• Collecting diagnostic samples (e.g., blood, urine, feces).
• Taking radiographs and performing laboratory tests.
• Triage incoming patients and provide initial assessments.
• Monitor patients during treatments or recovery.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding their pets' care and treatment plans.
• Maintain a clean and organized treatment and work area.
• Participate in special projects, process improvements, and additional assignments as directed by hospital leadership to support the growth and operations of the practice.

Skills

Restraint

Sample collection

Patient monitoring

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Pasadena Veterinary Urgent Care is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician for our brand-new daytime urgent care hospital in Pasadena, CA. You will assist veterinarians in examinations and treatments, perform technical tasks, and ensure compassionate, efficient care for pets and families.

Expect hands-on responsibilities, collaboration with a dynamic team, and opportunities for professional development in a fast-paced, client-focused setting.