Veterinary Assistant

Cottage Pet Hospital

Anaheim, CA, United States
Base: $23.00 - $29.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Onsite (five 8-hour shifts, monday – sunday, rotating weekend schedule)
3+ years clinical experience as veterinary assistant
Proper animal handling and restraint skills
Venipuncture and iv catheter placement expertise
Cottage Pet Hospital in Anaheim, CA, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The role requires at least three years of clinical experience and offers a competitive salary, with various benefits including career development and health support

Job Summary

  • Cottage Pet Hospital is a full-service animal hospital serving Anaheim and Orange County for over 75 years.
  • The role requires performing basic exam procedures, digital X-rays, scaling, polishing, and charting for dental care.
  • Employees receive competitive pay, career development programs, and CE provided by AmeriVet at no cost.

Matching Summary

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Cottage Pet Hospital in Anaheim, CA, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The role requires at least three years of clinical experience and offers a competitive salary, with various benefits including career development and health support.

Salary

Base: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k) matching, health insurance, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years clinical experience as veterinary assistant
  • Proper animal handling and restraint skills
  • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement expertise
  • Digital radiology positioning capabilities
  • Complete dental procedure performance

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for working with animals and owners
  • Excellent client communication and education skills
  • Experience with general anesthesia and surgical assisting
  • Laboratory skills including microscope and IDEXX
  • Adaptable to collaborative team environment

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years clinical experience required
  • AVMA-accredited degree or Certified Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Willingness to work rotating weekend shifts

Work Rights

Not specified

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