Veterinary Assistant

Petcarehospital; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves working in a dynamic environment, providing exceptional care to animals, and supporting a multi-doctor practice. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, showcasing their skills in animal handling and customer service. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, the hospital offers comprehensive benefits, including paid time off, medical insurance, and educational support. Join a team that values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute to the health and happiness of pets.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pet perks including free exams

401k with employer contribution

Continuing education support

Scholarship and student loan support

Qualifications

• Multitasking in a fast-paced environment is essential.
• Good record-keeping skills and compassion for animals are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Compassionately restraining animals and administering medications.
• Preparing for surgeries and caring for hospitalized patients.
• Maintaining hospital cleanliness and obtaining patient vitals.

Skills

Compassionate animal handling

Customer service

Record-keeping

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Garden Grove Dog and Cat Hospital

is looking for a dependable, motivated, compassionate, and experienced Veterinary Assistant for our multi-doctor practice in Garden Grove, CA. We are a busy hospital with a wide variety of caseloads.

The veterinary assistant must enjoy interacting with people and animals, and communicate effectively and professionally with doctors, technical staff, and clients.

Days and Hours

Four shifts per week including three 10-hour weekday shifts and one 7-hour weekend shift.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Compassionately restraining animals
• Taking digital radiographs
• Administering medication and vaccines
• Preparing for and monitoring surgeries
• Drawing blood
• Placing IV catheters
• Caring for hospitalized patients
• Maintaining hospital cleanliness
• Obtaining patient vitals

The ideal candidate can multitask in a fast-paced environment, provide exceptional customer service, and demonstrate genuine compassion. Good record-keeping skills are essential. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, and standing for long periods.

Advanced technical skills are not required but are advantageous. Compensation depends on experience. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.

Hospital hours:

Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 6 pm, Saturday 7:30 am – 12 pm, Sunday 10:30 am – 3 pm. The schedule will consist of three shifts per week.

Benefits – our care in action

We offer comprehensive benefits supporting mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Paid time off, including 8-week full-pay parental leave, bereavement leave for humans and pets, and time off for pet adoptions
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus HSA and FSA options
• Pet perks such as free exams and discounts at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Continuing education and development support through free CE courses and paid time off
• Scholarship and student loan support programs

and much more!

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, ranging from $18-20/hour. The actual rate will consider various factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where all team members feel valued and empowered.