Veterinary Assistant (Overnight)

VCA Animal Hospitals; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking exceptional Technician Assistants to support doctors and technicians in a fast-paced environment. This role involves critical tasks such as assisting with emergency cases, preparing for procedures, and maintaining a clean treatment area. With competitive compensation packages, including medical benefits and a shift differential for overnight work, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to animal care while developing your skills in a supportive setting. Join a team that values compassionate communication and professional growth, making a meaningful impact on the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company matching

Accrued vacation/sick time

Paid holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Employee pet discounts

Referral program

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in animal handling and restraint.
• Ability to respond quickly and confidently in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with various tasks including emergency triages.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock medical supplies in the treatment area.

Skills

Animal handling

Emergency response

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Job description

VCA Animal Specialty Group, Los Angeles is looking for exceptional Technician Assistants that can help the doctors and technicians with various tasks, including restraining for emergency and critical patients for IVC placement, x-rays, blood/urine samples, exams, procedure and surgery prep, assisting with emergency triages, etc. Other responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting the treatment floor, stocking medical supplies, cleaning instruments, maintaining laundry, feeding and walking patients, processing in-house labs samples, and much more.

Job Type: Full-time, 10 hours, 4 days/week

Salary: $20 - $23 / hr

Shift Differential: one dollar per hour for shifts starting after 6pm

Available shifts: Overnight, 8pm-630am

Applicants should have or be able to do the following:

• At least 1 year experience in animal handling and restraint
• Work Saturday and/or Sunday
• Work the required shifts (posted above)
• Respond quickly and confidently when working on emergency and critical cases
• Maintain respectful and compassionate communication
• Receive and carry out instructions accurately and efficiently with minimal instruction
• Multi-task in a very busy environment
• Able to receive feedback in a polite and respectful manner
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills, including remaining busy during downtime

Why You Should Consider Us:

• VCA ASG offers competitive compensation packages with an overnight shift differential, medical, dental, vision insurance (after 30 days of employment), 401k (w/ company matching), accrued vacation/sick time, paid holidays*, continuing education and professional growth opportunities, health & wellness resources, generous employee pet discounts, referral program (for RVTs), and much more! *Ask for details

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