Veterinary Assistant - Cottage Pet Hospital

140349 Cottage Pet Hospital LP; California; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Cottage Pet Hospital in Anaheim, CA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy team and support veterinarians in daily patient care. You will assist with examinations, prep, restraint, and basic diagnostic procedures while maintaining a clean, compassionate clinical environment.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and hands-on animal handling. If you have 2+ years in a veterinary setting and thrive in a fast-paced hospital, this role offers growth, competitive pay, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain and handle canine and feline patients during examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Assist veterinary staff with patient intake, weight collection, and preparation for examinations.
• Monitor patients for changes in behavior or condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinary team.
• Provide compassionate handling that prioritizes patient safety and minimizes stress.
• Prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment for appointments and procedures.
• Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing when trained and authorized.
• Assist with radiographic positioning and equipment operation after required training and under appropriate supervision.
• Perform delegated patient-care tasks in accordance with California regulations and hospital protocols.
• Prepare surgical and dental areas, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and restraint for procedures.
• Support the veterinary team with perioperative patient care and observation within the permitted scope of practice.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and maintain appropriate infection-control practices.
• Assist with dental procedures without independently performing dental scaling, polishing, extractions, or other restricted dental operations.
• Clean and disinfect examination rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and equipment.
• Maintain appropriate sanitation, infection control, and waste-disposal practices.
• Restock supplies and maintain organized treatment and storage areas.
• Assist with patient husbandry, including feeding, walking, and maintaining clean and comfortable housing.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties, including end-of-day hospital cleanup.
• Collaborate with Veterinarians, RVTs, and other team members to support efficient daily operations.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

About us

Located in Anaheim, California, Cottage Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets and their families. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including wellness and preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and more. With a caring and experienced team, Cottage Pet Hospital is committed to creating a welcoming environment while building lasting relationships with the pets and families they serve.

We are seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our veterinary team in providing high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital, is confident handling dogs and cats, and can assist with appointments, diagnostic procedures, surgical preparation, and daily hospital operations. This position is well suited for a team-oriented individual who is comfortable in a fast-paced clinical environment, understands safe animal handling practices, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient hospital.

Minimum Qualifications

2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.

Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care and Restraint

Safely restrain and handle canine and feline patients during examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.

Assist veterinary staff with patient intake, weight collection, and preparation for examinations.

Monitor patients for changes in behavior or condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinary team.

Provide compassionate handling that prioritizes patient safety and minimizes stress.

Clinical and Diagnostic Support

Assist Veterinarians and RVTs with routine patient care and diagnostic procedures within the legally permitted scope of practice.

Prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment for appointments and procedures.

Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing when trained and authorized.

Assist with radiographic positioning and equipment operation after required training and under appropriate supervision.

Perform delegated patient-care tasks in accordance with California regulations and hospital protocols.

Surgical and Dental Support

Prepare surgical and dental areas, equipment, and supplies.

Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and restraint for procedures.

Support the veterinary team with perioperative patient care and observation within the permitted scope of practice.

Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and maintain appropriate infection-control practices.

Assist with dental procedures without independently performing dental scaling, polishing, extractions, or other restricted dental operations.

Hospital Operations

Clean and disinfect examination rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and equipment.

Maintain appropriate sanitation, infection control, and waste-disposal practices.

Restock supplies and maintain organized treatment and storage areas.

Assist with patient husbandry, including feeding, walking, and maintaining clean and comfortable housing.

Complete assigned cleaning duties, including end-of-day hospital cleanup.

Collaborate with Veterinarians, RVTs, and other team members to support efficient daily operations.

Compensation

$24/hr-$26/hr, depending on experience.

What Makes Us Different

Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid! Career development and advancement opportunities. CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

Learn more about us at: http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.