Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Training & Benefits

Dewittvets; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training provided

Benefits package

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Tarzana Pet Clinic in Tarzana, CA seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy, small-animal practice. You will assist with exams, treatments, and nursing care, while helping maintain a clean hospital and accurate lab work.

Cornerstone experience is preferred, with a focus on patient handling, vaccines, and medications under doctor orders. We offer competitive pay ($21–$24/hr), training, and comprehensive benefits through AmeriVet.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Familiarity with Cornerstone preferred.
• Knowledge of animal handling and restraint techniques.
• Ability to perform nursing care and administer medications.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and handle cats and dogs during exams and treatments.
• Maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.
• Prepare laboratory samples for analysis.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments per doctor orders.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures and assist with perioperative care.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgeries.
• Assist with digital radiology positioning and imaging.

Skills

3+ years veterinary clinical

Cornerstone familiarity

Animal handling and restraint

Vaccinations and meds administration

Laboratory sample prep

Communication and organization

Anesthesia monitoring

Digital radiology basics

Tools

Cornerstone

Job description

Tarzana Pet Clinic in Tarzana, CA seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy, small-animal practice. You will assist with exams, treatments, and nursing care, while helping maintain a clean hospital and accurate lab work.

Cornerstone experience is preferred, with a focus on patient handling, vaccines, and medications under doctor orders. We offer competitive pay ($21–$24/hr), training, and comprehensive benefits through AmeriVet.