Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Laguna Hills, California

Job Overview As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll help keep patients safe and comfortable while supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians through daily clinic care. You'll assist with exams, treatment, surgery, and kennel routines, while communicating clearly with clients and keeping accurate records. This role calls for attentive animal handling, dependable cleaning practices, and a steady focus on animal welfare. Responsibilities Prepare exam and treatment areas; clean and sanitize equipment, kennels, and workspaces using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Safely handle and restrain animals, observe behavior, and support patient comfort during exams, procedures, and recovery. Assist with medication administration, surgery preparation, and clinical procedures as directed by veterinary staff. Support animal husbandry and daily pet care, including feeding, monitoring, and maintaining clear patient records. Welcome clients, support front desk tasks, and share relevant patient observations with the care team.

Your impact:

Careful handling and timely observations help the veterinary team make informed decisions and give patients safer, more attentive care.

Skills Essential:

Animal handling, dog handling, animal restraint, cleaning, record keeping, client communication, and a commitment to animal care and welfare. Familiarity with veterinary terminology, animal anatomy and physiology, animal behavior, and medication administration is valuable.

Preferred experience:

Veterinary or veterinary clinic work, kennel experience, veterinary technician experience, or equine experience. Additional clinical experience with veterinary critical care, IV insertion, animal catheterization, or surgery is a plus; follow veterinary staff direction and clinic protocols. Knowledge of animal husbandry and safe PPE use supports effective daily care.

Pay:

$20.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance

Work Location:

In person