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- Veterinary Assistant/Technician with Experience Healthier Pet Veterinary Care Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time Up to $24 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Companion animal handling Spanish Customer communication Animal hospital experience English Dog handling Veterinary assistant experience Full Job Description Healthier Pet Veterinary Care in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an experienced, dependable, and compassionate Veterinary Assistant/technician to join our growing team immediately . We are looking for someone who is confident in handling patients, enjoys working as part of a team, and can step into a fast-paced environment with minimal training. This position is ideal for someone with previous experience in a veterinary hospital who is ready to make an immediate impact. Responsibilities Restrain dogs and cats for examinations and procedures Assist and perform high-quality diagnostic radiographs Assist the veterinarian during examinations and treatments Perform technician-directed treatments such as ear cleanings, nail trims, anal gland expression. Collect laboratory samples and run in-house diagnostics Prepare patients for surgery and monitor recovery as directed Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms and treatment areas Assist with client communication, and daily hospital workflow Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant or technician (required) Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments Knowledge of proper animal restraint techniques Familiarity with veterinary terminology and common procedures Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Schedule Full-time Tuesday-Friday:

Shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM and 6:00

PM Saturday:

Shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM Sunday and Monday off Why Join Us? Supportive privately owned practice Positive and collaborative team culture Opportunity to practice high-quality veterinary medicine Stable, long-term career opportunity with room to grow Immediate availability is highly preferred. If you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to join a team that values professionalism, compassion, accountability, and excellent patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your resume to . Interviews will be scheduled immediately.

Pay:

Up to $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person