What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Veterinary Assistant position at Los Feliz Small Animal Hospital?
Be part of one of the longest-running animal hospitals in Los Feliz, with a 90-year tradition of excellence, and foster bonds with generations of Los Angeles families!! We are an AAHA accredited hospital and use the organization’s guidelines to deliver high standards of compassionate care.
What We're Looking For: A Veterinary Assistant with a passion for community engagement and high quality animal care. Are you confident, skilled, and eager to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their people? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team!
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: admitting patients for procedures and exams, animal restraint, maintaining animal records and documenting conditions and updates, dental cleanings under anesthesia, taking dental radiographs, monitoring anesthesia, venipuncture including catheter placement, administering PO, SQ, IM, and IV medications, filling prescriptions, completing laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging, and educating clients on veterinary medicine
What You Need to Succeed:
- At least 2 years of experience
- Confidence with anesthesia monitoring
- A great work ethic and collaborative mindset
- Full-time and Saturday availability
- Skills listed below are preferred!!
- dental cleanings under anesthesia with Veterinarian supervision
- complex dental extractions involving canines, premolars, and molars, including the use of drilling
- dental radiographs
- dental charting
- dental nerve blocks
- suturing
- intubation & extubation
We pride ourselves on a collaborative team culture where YOU will have the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to thrive professionally, including:
- Competitive Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401k with company match
- Growth Opportunities: Continuing education and professional development support
- Work-Life Balance: PTO, mental health assistance, and no Sunday hours!
- Perks: Employee discounts on services, scrub allowance, and a referral program
- A Welcoming Team: We’re a hard-working and collaborative team where your voice matters
Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!
Los Feliz Small Animal Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Salary : $22 - $30
