Veterinary Assistant Experienced
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Job Location:
Mission Viejo, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 25 - 30
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
Position at Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) OR Experienced Veterinary Assistant Full Time
Overnight Shift Weekend & Holidays Mission Viejo CA
Schedule: 11:30 PM 8:00 AM
Pay: $25 - 30/hr base differentials
Pay: $25 - 30/hr base differentials
- $3/hr for all hours worked Friday 6 PM Monday 8 AM
- $2/hr overnight differential for hours worked 10 PM 8 AM
About Us
Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County (AUCSOC) is a thriving fast-paced emergency hospital proudly serving our community with compassion and excellence for over 20 years. We are preparing to expand to 24/7 operations and are seeking a skilled motivated Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistantto join our overnight team.
Our overnight RVTs play a vital role in patient stabilization critical care and treatment support while maintaining a calm and efficient hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement (cephalic saphenous jugular)
- Administer IV SQ and IM medications; prepare and maintain CRIs
- Set up and monitor oxygen delivery systems (rebreather non-rebreather oxygen cages)
- Obtain radiographs; assist with ultrasounds and diagnostic imaging
- Conduct in-house laboratory testing (CBC chemistry urinalysis cytology fecal analysis)
- Provide advanced patient monitoring (ECG BP SpO₂ temperature)
- Assist in anesthesia induction monitoring and surgical prep
- Support and perform emergency procedures including CPR gastric lavage and cystocentesis
- Maintain accurate medical records treatment sheets and communication with DVMs
- Handle and restrain dogs cats and occasional exotics with safety and compassion
- Participate in aftercare and compassionate care services when needed
Qualifications
- Active California RVT license preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in emergency urgent care or critical care preferred
- Strong technical competency and comfort with emergency triage
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume environment
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Why Youll Love Working Here
Supportive experienced overnight team
Differential pay for weekends and overnights
Diverse emergency caseload for continual skill growth
Opportunities for leadership and professional development
Collaborative culture and management that values your input
Differential pay for weekends and overnights
Diverse emergency caseload for continual skill growth
Opportunities for leadership and professional development
Collaborative culture and management that values your input
Join us as we prepare to launch 24/7 operations and grow into our next chapter.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Basic Math
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Pet Care
- Medical Imaging
- Medication Administration
About Company
Thrive Pet Healthcare is a nationwide network of veterinary clinics, including emergency vets, urgent care vets, primary care vets, and specialty vets.
