Veterinary Assistant - Ultrasound

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Pet discounts

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Job summary

VCA West Coast Specialty and Emergency Animal Hospital in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Ultrasound Department. This entry-level role offers growth in a collaborative team and ultrasound exposure in a specialty setting.

The position is full-time, Wednesday – Saturday, with compensation of $20–$30 per hour. We value animal care passion, eagerness to learn, and strong client service to support exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role in ultrasound department
• Willingness to learn and grow in veterinary care
• Able to work in a fast-paced clinical setting

Responsibilities

• Patient restraint and handling primarily for ultrasound procedures
• Assisting in patient treatments
• Client education and care
• Support for the client service team
• Equipment maintenance
• Ability to obtain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (CA - VACSP)

Skills

Patient Restraint

Treatment assistance

Client education

Team support

Equipment maintenance

VACSP permit

Job description

VCA West Coast Specialty and Emergency Animal Hospital is seeking a talented Veterinary Assistant for our Ultrasound Department. This is an entry-level position.

Location: 18300 Euclid St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Schedule: Full-Time, Wednesday - Saturday

Salary: $20 - $30 / hour

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Why We Want You

As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent-by delivering an outstanding client experience, so that we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent in. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:

• Patient Restraint and Handling primarily for ultrasound procedures
• Assisting in Patient Treatments
• Client education and care
• Support for the client service team
• Equipment Maintenance
• Ability to obtain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (CA - VACSP)

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• pet care discounts
• paid vacation
• holidayssick days
• health and well-being programs that provide resources and training
• medical
• dental
• vision and paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• generous employee pet discounts and more!

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.