Veterinary Assistant - Part Time

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A busy veterinary hospital in Garden Grove is seeking a compassionate and experienced Veterinary Assistant. The role involves caring for animals, assisting in surgeries, and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and continuing education support.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pet perks

401(k) with employer contributions

Continuing education support

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Compassionately restraining animals.
• Administering medications and vaccines.
• Caring for hospitalized patients.

Skills

Compassion

Customer Service

Communication

Multi-tasking

Job description

Garden Grove Dog and Cat Hospital is seeking a dependable, motivated, compassionate, and experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our multi-doctor practice in Garden Grove, CA. We are a busy hospital with a diverse caseload. The ideal candidate enjoys interacting with people and animals and can communicate effectively and professionally with doctors, staff, and clients.

Shift options for Part-Time: Two 8-hour weekday shifts and one 7-hour weekend shift, OR one weekday 8-hour shift and two 7-hour weekend shifts.

The Veterinary Assistant duties include (but are not limited to):

• Compassionately restraining animals
• Taking digital radiographs
• Administering medications and vaccines
• Preparing for and monitoring surgeries
• Drawing blood
• Placing IV catheters
• Caring for hospitalized patients
• Maintaining hospital cleanliness
• Obtaining patient vitals

The successful candidate will be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, provide exceptional customer service, and demonstrate genuine compassion. They should maintain a positive attitude and good record-keeping skills. The physical demands include bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing for extended periods.

Advanced technical skills are not required but are a plus. Compensation depends on experience, ranging from $18 to $20 per hour. Bilingual Spanish/English is advantageous.

Our hospital hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, Saturday from 7:30 am - 12:00 pm, and Sunday from 10:30 am - 3:00 pm. The schedule involves three shifts per week.

Benefits - Our Care in Action

We offer comprehensive benefits supporting mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Paid time off, including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement leave for humans and pets, and time off for pet adoptions
• High-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Pet perks such as free exams and discounts at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401(k) with employer contributions and no waiting period
• Continuing education support through free CE courses and paid time off
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support programs

And much more!

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly rate from $18 to $20. The final offer will consider skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where all team members feel valued and empowered.