Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Training & Team Impact

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development

CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO

Job summary

Gentle Care Pet Clinic in Long Beach, CA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant with at least 1 year of hands-on experience to join our small-animal practice. You will support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exams, and daily clinical operations.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and ready for a long-term position, with skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, and compassionate animal handling.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year hands-on experience as Veterinary Assistant in a clinical setting.
• Support Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians with patient care and daily operations.
• Ability to perform essential duties in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient restraint, handling, and treatment.
• Prepare exam rooms and patients for appointments.
• Obtain and record patient weights and basic vital signs.
• Assist with collecting and preparing laboratory samples.
• Prepare and maintain surgical and treatment areas.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures as directed.
• Monitor and care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Stock and maintain clinical supplies and equipment.
• Communicate patient updates and concerns to the veterinary team.

Skills

venipuncture

IV catheters

medication administration

anesthesia monitoring

communication of concerns

animal handling

Job description

Gentle Care Pet Clinic in Long Beach, CA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant with at least 1 year of hands-on experience to join our small-animal practice. You will support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exams, and daily clinical operations.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and ready for a long-term position, with skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, and compassionate animal handling.