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 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. The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
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
