Veterinary Assistant: Fast-Paced Clinic, Exotic & Small Pets

Village Veterinary Clinic; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Village Veterinary Clinic in Lompoc, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and exotics across hospital care. This role offers a fast-paced environment with opportunity to learn and grow.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of veterinary assistant experience, proficient animal handling, venipuncture and radiology skills, and a commitment to client education and exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant veterinary assistant experience.
• Proficiency in animal handling and restraint.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vitals.
• Venipuncture and administering injections.
• Radiology technique and positioning.
• In-house and reference laboratory processing.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient and surgical workflows.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients.
• Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and spaces.

Skills

Animal handling

Vital signs

Venipuncture

Radiology skills

Laboratory work

Job description

Village Veterinary Clinic in Lompoc, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and exotics across hospital care. This role offers a fast-paced environment with opportunity to learn and grow.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of veterinary assistant experience, proficient animal handling, venipuncture and radiology skills, and a commitment to client education and exceptional patient care.