Veterinary Assistant - Growth, Teamwork & Client Care

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

VCA Santa Anita Animal Hospital in Monrovia, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited practice. You will support doctors and technicians, ensure a low-stress environment, and deliver compassionate care to pets and clients.

The role requires performing venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, surgical prep, dentistry, and EMR maintenance, with a focus on client education and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Provide patient assessment and differentiate routine cases from urgent or emergency cases.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement in a timely manner.
• Assist with radiology, dentistry, anesthesia and surgical preparation.
• Maintain accurate and detailed electronic medical records.
• Educate clients and deliver compassionate care to pets and families.
• Help keep the hospital clean and well-maintained for patient comfort.

Responsibilities

• Support Doctors and Technicians to create a low-stress, client‑friendly environment.
• Engage in patient care tasks and treatment workflows as needed.
• Participate in maintaining facilities and equipment in good condition.

Skills

Patient assessment

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthetic monitoring

Dentistry

Surgical preparation

Client communication

Electronic medical records

Compassionate care

Job description

VCA Santa Anita Animal Hospital in Monrovia, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited practice. You will support doctors and technicians, ensure a low-stress environment, and deliver compassionate care to pets and clients.

The role requires performing venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, surgical prep, dentistry, and EMR maintenance, with a focus on client education and high-quality care.