Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; West Hollywood (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bonus package

Job summary

Laurel Pet Hospital in West Hollywood is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support client and patient care across exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

In this full-time role, you will help maintain workflows, assist veterinarians, handle patient restraint, and keep accurate medical records. The position offers a 4/10 schedule, rotating weekends, and a pay range of $26–$29 per hour, plus health, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) match, and PTO.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary assistant experience
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Teamwork and dependable attendance

Responsibilities

• Support exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Provide safe patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and support patient recovery as directed by the team
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Build positive client relationships through education and service
• Keep exam rooms and treatment spaces clean and organized

Skills

Veterinary assistant

Patient histories

Vital signs

Medical records

Teamwork

Restraint

Attention to detail

Tools

Dental radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Laurel Pet Hospital 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:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• 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: $ 26 - 29 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Sunday . Rotating weekend are required.

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

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant Required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • 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

Get to know our practice:

Laurel Pet Hospital is a good-hearted, community-based practice full of outgoing, respectful, and unique individuals. Our mantra, “if they found a way to find us; we’ll find a way to treat them,” ensures we do whatever it takes to better serve the animals of West Hollywood’s community. Our staff is comprised of multiple doctors and many of our team members have been with us for years (seriously—one of our technicians has been here since 1986!) We primarily treat dogs and cats, though sometimes small animals like rabbits and the occasional potbelly pig will come through our doors. We proudly support the LGBTQ+ community, are AAHA-certified, and have a long, 70-year history of serving the LA/West Hollywood area.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$26 - $29 USD

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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