Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package up to $500

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Ohana Urgent Care, part of Western Veterinary Partners, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exams, treatments, and surgical procedures across hospital care in Ventura. You will handle patients, assist with outpatient care, and help educate clients with compassion.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable attendance in a fast-paced setting with full-time hours and a 4/10 schedule. Benefit packages and a competitive hourly rate are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant required.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintaining clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Animal handling

Vet terminology

Patient care

Medical records

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Ohana Urgent Care is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule And Compensation

• Compensation: $22 - $26per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday.

Full-time Benefits Package*

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance
• Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum Qualifications And Skill Set

• 2+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
  • Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
  • Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

Why choose Ohana Urgent Care?

Ohana Urgent Care in Ventura is a 1-doctor urgent-care practice caring for dogs, and cats. The hospital is designed around urgent and emergency care, giving veterinary professionals an opportunity to work with time-sensitive cases and provide focused patient support. The practice is part of the Ohana family of hospitals and emphasizes compassionate, personalized care and client education. For technicians who enjoy a faster clinical pace and urgent-care medicine, this setting offers a focused opportunity to build skills. Ventura provides a relaxed coastal lifestyle with beaches, surfing, kayaking, hiking, local restaurants, arts, and a strong community feel.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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