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Veterinary Assistant - Experienced

Job in Mission Viejo, Orange County, California, 92690, USA
Listing for: Thrive Pet Healthcare
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25 - 30 USD Hourly USD 25.00 30.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Veterinary Assistant - Experienced

Join Thrive Pet Healthcare as a Veterinary Assistant – Experienced in a full‑time overnight shift covering weekends and holidays in Mission Viejo, CA. Position is part of our impending 24/7 operations expansion.

Schedule:

11:30 PM – 8:00 AM, overnight shift.

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 with over 20 years of community service. We are excited to add a skilled, motivated Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to our overnight team.

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 communicate with DVMs
  • Handle and restrain dogs, cats, and occasional exotics with safety and compassion
  • Participate in after‑care 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 You’ll 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.

Senior level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time.

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