Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lyra mental health

Healthcare

Paid time off

Professional development

Pet care discounts

401(k) plan

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking an experienced veterinary professional to join our emergency and specialty team. The position features a swing shift (Wednesday through Saturday) with competitive pay of $28–$35 per hour, DOE, plus a $2/hr shift differentials for evening hours.

Our team provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including internal medicine, neurology, oncology, and surgery.

Qualifications

• Must have documented previous experience.
• Must have emergency experience.
• Flexibility in hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Capable of being cross-trained as receptionist and kennel assistant.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emergency experience

Experience

Flexibility

Customer service

Computers

Communication

Cross-training

Team player

Receptionist duties

Job description

Location

22123 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Compensation

$ 28 – $ 35 / hr.

• DOE, education, and credentials.
• Shift diff two dollars/hr. depending on the shift from 7 pm - 7 am

Schedule

Wednesday through Saturday, Swing Shift

At VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley (VCA VSV), we offer emergency, critical, and urgent care for dogs and cats, as well as internal medicine, neurology, oncology, and surgery services. We work closely with local veterinarians to provide comprehensive, specialty-level veterinary care for pets. Our veterinarians and board-certified specialists are dedicated to providing you and your pet with the same level of skilled, compassionate care they insist on for their pets.

Benefits of joining the VCA VSV Team

We support a work environment that allows you to focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Health & Well-being

• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
• Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term.
• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.

Professional Development

• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.

Latest Tech & Innovation

• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.

Additional Benefits

• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
• Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have documented previous experience
• Must have emergency experience
• Flexibility in hours, including but not limited to evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Customer service skills
• Working knowledge of computers
• Excellent communication skills
• Capable of being cross-trained as a receptionist and kennel assistant
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com