Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are Fountain Valley Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant! Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-Time Salary: $19 - $20 per hour Schedule: 4 days per week - No weekends Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program Looking for a Veterinary Assistant Role Where Great Patient Care Starts with a Great Team? Fountain Valley Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team! We’re a four-doctor general practice with a well-established support staff committed to providing exceptional patient care. From Malamutes to Maine Coons, our patients benefit from a team that takes pride in practicing high-quality medicine while building lasting relationships with the people who love them. But Fountain Valley Animal Hospital is more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals. We’re a supportive team that believes caring for our patients starts with caring for one another. We want you to bring your skills, personality, ideas, and authentic self to work. We strive to create a fun, collaborative environment where teammates support one another, learning is encouraged, and everyone has opportunities to grow. Add in consistent scheduling, a strong commitment to work-life balance, and no nights, weekends, or holidays, and you’ll find a practice designed to support both your career and your life outside of work. Why Our Experienced Veterinary Assistants Love It Here Join an established four-doctor general practiceWork alongside an experienced and supportive veterinary teamEnjoy consistent scheduling and a healthy work-life balanceNo nights, weekends, or holiday shiftsUse the veterinary skills you’ve already developed while continuing to build new onesWork with a diverse small animal caseloadGain hands-on experience with diagnostics, laboratory testing, surgery, dentistry, and patient careReceive professional development and continuing education opportunitiesWork in a culture where teamwork and mutual support matterBe part of a hospital that welcomes you to bring your authentic self to workBuild meaningful relationships with pets and their familiesUse your veterinary skills to make a difference in your communityJoin a team that believes exceptional patient care and a positive workplace culture go hand in hand What Our Experienced Veterinary Assistants Do As a Veterinary Assistant at Fountain Valley Animal Hospital, you’ll be an important member of our clinical team, supporting our veterinarians, caring for patients, communicating with clients, and helping keep each day running smoothly. Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and medical proceduresProvide compassionate, attentive patient carePrepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarianPerform venipuncture and diagnostic sample collection based on experience and trainingAssist with catheter placement and fluid therapyObtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs and maintain imaging standardsPerform in-house laboratory testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecal testingSupport surgical procedures, including patient preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument careAssist with dental procedures and patient monitoringSafely and compassionately handle and restrain patientsObtain patient histories and accurately document medical informationMaintain accurate and thorough medical records and patient chartsEducate and communicate with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive healthcareMaintain clean, organized, stocked, and efficient treatment and exam areasCollaborate with veterinarians and teammates to maintain an efficient daily workflowJump in where needed to support patients, clients, and coworkers What You’ll Bring We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who combines strong technical skills with compassion, communication, reliability, and a team-first attitude. Previous hands-on Veterinary Assistant experienceConfidence with safe and compassionate patient handling and restraintExperience assisting veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and proceduresExperience with venipuncture and diagnostic sample collectionFamiliarity with IV catheter placement and fluid therapyExperience obtaining diagnostic radiographsFamiliarity with in-house laboratory testing and sample preparationExperience supporting surgical and dental proceduresStrong patient-monitoring and nursing-care skillsExcellent client-service and communication skillsAbility to clearly reinforce veterinarian recommendations and discharge instructionsStrong attention to detail and accurate medical recordkeepingAbility to stay organized and multitask in a busy veterinary environmentDependability, adaptability, and professionalismA positive and collaborative approach to teamworkWillingness to ask questions, share knowledge, and continue learningA genuine passion for veterinary medicine and high-quality patient care The Extras You’ll Actually Feel At Fountain Valley Animal Hospital, work-life balance isn’t just something we talk about. Consistent scheduling and no nights, weekends, or holidays mean you can build a veterinary career while still having time for the people, activities, and responsibilities that matter outside of work. Inside the hospital, you’ll be part of a team that believes the best patient care happens when people work together. We encourage professional development, celebrate the different strengths each person brings to the hospital, and want our team members to feel comfortable being themselves. You’ll have opportunities to put your existing veterinary experience to work while continuing to expand your skills in diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, client education, and patient care. Because when our team is supported, our patients and clients benefit too. Financial Benefits Benefits You Can’t Beat A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree or discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState veterinary technician license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount program Join Our Team! If you’re an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital where you can use your skills, continue learning, enjoy a schedule that respects your life outside of work, and be part of a team that genuinely supports one another, Fountain Valley Animal Hospital may be the place for you. Bring your experience, compassion, and authentic self. We can’t wait to welcome you to the team. Apply today! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Fountain Valley Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.