Veterinary Technician jobs in Anaheim, CA

Veterinary technician assistant

Healthy Paws Veterinary Care was established in 2017 by Dr. Janet Suh. We are a privately-owned (non-corporate), busy, animal hospital that provides only the highest quality of care for our clients and their pets.

We are looking for a compassionate and eager registered veterinary technician to join our team. To thrive in this role, you will be someone who enjoys interacting with people as well as animals, and who can communicate effectively and professionally with the doctors, staff, and clients.

Preferred applicant should have at least one year of experience in a veterinary hospital setting. We are looking for a team member that is eager to learn and has a compassion for veterinary medicine.

Must be willing to work Saturdays.

Pay: TBD based on experience

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Proper restraining of animals during exams and procedures
• Taking vital signs accurately and collecting lab samples
• Helping maintain the flow of appointments
• Filling of prescriptions
• Collect laboratory specimens
• Maintaining laboratory equipment
• Assisting with in-house labs and sending out diagnostic tests.
• Ability to administer SQ injections.
• General housekeeping duties
• Educate Pet Parents
• Ability to communicate effectively to Veterinarians and Hospital staff

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must be a pet fanatic – pets are part of our family!
• Basic understanding of animal behavior and health care
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Previous experience in animal care or in an animal clinic preferred
• Ability to simultaneously prioritize and manage numerous patient needs
• Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours and weekends when necessary.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Hospital

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person