Part-time Veterinary Assistant

Cottage Pet Hospital

Anaheim, CA, United States
Base: $23.00 - $29.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Part-time (16-28 hours per week, including weekends)
3+ years clinical experience as veterinary assistant
Proper animal handling and restraint skills
Venipuncture and iv catheter placement skills
Cottage Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced part-time Veterinary Assistant with a passion for animal care and strong clinical skills. The position requires 16-28 hours of work per week, including weekends, and offers competitive hourly pay based on experience

Job Summary

  • Cottage Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant with 3+ years of clinical experience to join their team.
  • The role involves performing basic exam procedures, digital radiology, complete dental procedures, and venipuncture on pet patients.
  • Employees receive competitive pay ranging from $23.00 to $29.00 per hour along with access to free CE programs through AmeriVet.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Cottage Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced part-time Veterinary Assistant with a passion for animal care and strong clinical skills. The position requires 16-28 hours of work per week, including weekends, and offers competitive hourly pay based on experience.

Salary

Base: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching (full-time only)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with general anesthesia and surgical assisting
  • Laboratory skills including microscope cytology
  • IDEXX laboratory equipment proficiency
  • Excellent client communication and education
  • Adaptable to working rotating weekend schedules

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary assistant required
  • Degree from AVMA-accredited program preferred but not required
  • Willingness to work Saturday or Sunday weekly

Work Rights

Not specified

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