Experienced Veterinary Assistant (Westlake Village, CA) (Full-Time)
About The Position
VCA Westlake Village Animal Hospital located in beautiful Westlake Village, CA is seeking an EXPERIENCED Veterinary Assistant to join our wonderful team! We are looking to hire a candidate full-time, but we will consider part-time for the right candidate. Full-Time associates work (4)-Ten Hour shifts Pay Range: $20.50 - 24.00/hour We are a small-animal general practice committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care for dogs and cats. Our team thrives on communication, collaboration, and supporting one another - so we’re looking for someone who genuinely values teamwork. The ideal candidate is dependable, kind, and eager to contribute to a positive clinic culture. You should be confident with basic veterinary assistant skills and comfortable working closely with veterinarians, technicians, and fellow assistants. In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
Requirements
- 1–2 years of experience as a veterinary assistant or in a similar animal care role
- Strong team-player mindset with excellent communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting
- Comfort with handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods
- Reliable, punctual, and eager to grow
Responsibilities
- Assisting veterinarians/technicians during exams, procedures, and treatments
- Safely restraining patients using low-stress handling techniques
- Prepare exam rooms and maintain hospital cleanliness
- Support diagnostic work when trained (collecting samples, running in-house tests, etc.)
- Perform routine animal care: feeding, walking, and kennel cleaning
- Help with client communication: check-ins, phone support, reviewing basic home-care instructions
- Restock supplies and help maintain inventory
- Contribute to a respectful, team-focused working environment
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid vacation/sick days
- 401(k)
- generous employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
