Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Animal Care & Support

Alta Rancho Pet; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401K with match

Mental health benefits

HSA contributions

CE programs provided by AmeriVet

Job summary

Alta Rancho Pet Hospital in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The position offers part-time or full-time hours with some Saturday shifts and a competitive hourly wage.

We value animal lovers dedicated to high-quality care, with experience in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dental procedures, radiology, and client communication. Benefits for full-time staff include comprehensive medical and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years clinical veterinary experience as technician or assistant.
• AVMA-accredited program preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of diagnostic tools, patient history taking, and client communication.
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiology, and dental procedures.
• Comfort with anesthesia and surgical assisting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams and procedures.
• Take medical histories and document findings accurately.
• Perform basic exam procedures and assist with radiographs and dental work.
• Support clients with education and appointment coordination.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Venipuncture

Radiology

Dental procedures

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology or CVA program preferred

Tools

IDEXX equipment

Job description

Alta Rancho Pet Hospital in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The position offers part-time or full-time hours with some Saturday shifts and a competitive hourly wage.

We value animal lovers dedicated to high-quality care, with experience in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dental procedures, radiology, and client communication. Benefits for full-time staff include comprehensive medical and retirement options.