Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care + Growth & Benefits

MARS Veterinary; Yucca Valley (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Pet care discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital in Yucca Valley, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our caring team. This full‑time role features a 4‑day, 10‑hour schedule with alternating Saturdays.

We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities to grow in a busy animal hospital environment. Ideal candidates have prior experience or training in a veterinary setting, are friendly and people‑oriented, with strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility preferred.
• Must be friendly, outgoing, and “people-oriented.”
• Excellent communication skills. Telephone and computer skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Radiology Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Client Communication
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Skills

Communication

Team player

People oriented

Telephone skills

Job description

VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital in Yucca Valley, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our caring team. This full‑time role features a 4‑day, 10‑hour schedule with alternating Saturdays.

We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities to grow in a busy animal hospital environment. Ideal candidates have prior experience or training in a veterinary setting, are friendly and people‑oriented, with strong communication and computer skills.