Veterinary Assistant

Grand Canyon Veterinary Hospital; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon Veterinary Hospital in Santa Clarita invites a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will assist with hands-on patient care, support the medical staff, and help ensure a smooth client visit.

We value compassion, reliability, and strong communication. The role supports our extended hours (10 AM–11 PM) and offers growth through mentorship and AVMA-accredited programs where available.

Qualifications

• Calm, efficient approach in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic veterinary tasks and radiology basics is a plus.
• Ability to support medical team and patients with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care and help the medical team with hands-on tasks.
• Be the go-to support for veterinarians and technicians to ensure smooth workflow.
• Create a positive client experience by handling scheduling, payments, and communications.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and proper clinic upkeep.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Pet handling

Team support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to Grand Canyon Veterinary Hospital, providing state of the art care to the Santa Clarita community since 2022. Every role here is essential to our success, whether you are a receptionist checking in an evening urgent care case, a kennel technician keeping our facility spotless, a vet tech assisting with advanced diagnostics, or a DVM leading surgical procedures. With our unique schedule operating from 10 AM to 11 PM every day, we handle everything from routine wellness to non-life-threatening urgent care, providing the onsite mentorship and educational resources everyone needs to grow their skills and advance their careers right here in our hospital.Located on Soledad Canyon Road, working in Santa Clarita offers an amazing Southern California lifestyle just north of Los Angeles. Our extended hours offer great flexibility, giving you time to enjoy the area's beautiful weather and easy commutes outside of typical rush hours. It is a dynamic, growing community where you can build lasting relationships with devoted pet parents while finding the perfect balance between your career and your life outside the clinic.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

How You’re Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [e-mail] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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