Veterinary Assistant - PACU

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Paradise (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted veterinary care

Employee referral bonus

Mental health support

Continuing education support

401(k) match

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners is seeking a compassionate PACU Veterinary Assistant to join our surgical care team in the Las Vegas area. You will support patients in post-anesthesia recovery, monitor vitals, and help with pain management and transfers.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and delivering exceptional patient care. We offer competitive hourly pay ($19–$22) with swing and overnight differentials, plus comprehensive benefits and opportunities for continuing education.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a general practice.
• Preference for candidates with specialty hospital experience.
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and deliver high-level patient care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients during post-operative and post-anesthetic recovery.
• Record vital signs accurately and identify changes in patient condition.
• Assist with pain management, warming, positioning and comfort measures.
• Maintain a clean, organized PACU and surgical recovery area.
• Communicate patient updates to veterinarians and technicians.
• Assist with patient transfers and support emergency situations as needed.
• Provide compassionate care to patients and reassurance to pet families.

Skills

Compassionate care

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Reliability

Organization

Lifelong learning

Client service

Integrity

Fun at work

Job description

World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

About Us

The Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center is a specialty practice comprised of board-certified and residency-trained doctors, licensed veterinary technicians, and highly skilled support teams. Our services include Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurology, Physical Rehabilitation, Anesthesia & Pain Management, and Radiology.

We are a dedicated group of professionals committed to providing the highest level of medical care to the patients in our community. We value teamwork and camaraderie, and we believe in collaborating, supporting, and lifting one another up. We are looking to grow our LVVSC family and invite you to consider joining our team!

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented PACU Veterinary Assistant to join our surgical care team. This role is essential in supporting patients during post-anesthesia recovery by ensuring comfort, safety, and close monitoring. The ideal candidate remains calm under pressure, is attentive to detail, and is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients during post-operative and post-anesthetic recovery
• Accurately record vital signs and identify changes in patient condition
• Assist with pain management, warming, positioning, and comfort measures
• Maintain a clean, organized PACU and surgical recovery area
• Communicate patient updates clearly to veterinarians and technicians
• Assist with patient transfers and support emergency situations as needed
• Provide compassionate care to patients and reassurance to pet families when appropriate

What You Will Bring

• 2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a general practice
  • Preference given to candidates with experience in a veterinary specialty hospital setting
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and build long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community
• Reliability, organization, and a commitment to delivering high-level patient care
• A passion for lifelong learning and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a strong focus on client service
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to have fun while doing meaningful work
• Friday through Sunday | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• $19.00 - $22.00 an hour, based on experience
• $2.00/hr swing shift, $4.00/hr overnight shift
• Discounted veterinary care for your furry family members
• Employee referral bonus program
• Mental health support through Talkspace
• Learning and growth opportunities
• Continuing education support for licensed team members
• 401(k) retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options
  • Some plans may be covered by the employer up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided at no cost
• Additional voluntary insurance options for full-time team members
• Paid time off and holiday pay for full-time team members

Location

Base Pay

$19 - $22 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.