Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center is looking for an Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our Team.Location: 7675 Mission Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92108VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center is a 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospital located in the heart of beautiful San Diego, California. As part of our continued growth and the recent opening of our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in July 2025, we are seeking a dedicated and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency team.Our hospital supports a wide range of advanced diagnostics and treatments, and we pride ourselves on offering compassionate, high-quality care to our patients and clients. The successful candidate will work closely with our emergency department and support staff to manage complex cases and provide exceptional care.Schedule: Full-time 4/10 hour shiftsCompensation: $ 20 - $ 26/hourSchedule: Wednesday to Saturday, 9 pm-7:30 amCompensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Assisting with outpatient appointments and inpatient care under the direction of the doctors and veterinary techniciansPreparing and assisting with advanced diagnostic proceduresPlacing IV catheters, performing venipuncture, running in-house lab work, and administering medicationsMonitoring patients pre-, intra-, and post-procedure, including recovering patients from sedation or anesthesiaMaintaining accurate medical records and detailed treatment logsProviding clear and compassionate communication with clients regarding patient care, discharge instructions, and follow-upMaintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environmentCollaborating effectively with doctors, technicians, and support staff across departmentsQualifications:VASPC and at least 1-2 years of experience in veterinary practicePrevious experience in a specialty practice or Emergency Medicine preferred, but not requiredStrong communication skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environmentConfidence in handling and restraining both dogs and cats, including patients with medical complexityA team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detailFlexibility to work full-time, with availability for weekday shifts and occasional holiday coverageJoin our collaborative and supportive team in an environment where growth, learning, and high-level patient care are top priorities.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more!Apply Today!If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com