Veterinary Assistant
Western Veterinary Partners, LLCWest Hollywood, California, United States · Posted 20 days agoDescription
Laurel Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.
In this position, you will take an active role in:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
- Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
- Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
- Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team
- Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
- Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $26 - 29 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Sunday. Rotating weekend are required.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant Required
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
- Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
Get to know our practice:
Laurel Pet Hospital is a 7-doctor practice with 2 credentialed technicians caring for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and potbellied pigs. The hospital offers digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and acupuncture. Clinical exposure includes dentistry, soft tissue and abdominal procedures, and mass removals, with orthopedic fracture and back surgeries referred out. The size and species variety create opportunities to broaden technical skills while working in a busy Southern California market. Located in West Hollywood, the hospital is surrounded by restaurants, boutiques, arts, entertainment, and the energy of Los Angeles, with an inclusive, urban lifestyle right outside the hospital.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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