Veterinary Assistant
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Veterinary Assistant – Tarzana Pet Clinic, Tarzana, California.
Salary: $21.00–$24.00 per hour.
Full-time, 5/8 hour shifts Monday–Friday, some Saturday rotations. Sunday closed.
Tarzana Pet Clinic is a long‑standing small animal general practice with three full‑time doctors. We are deeply tied to the community and strive to provide every pet and client an exceptional veterinary experience.
Client Feedback"Tarzana Pet Clinic is absolutely amazing. How much they care and how sweet they are in loving the animals is beyond compare. The doctors, Dr. Swan and Dr. Hoffman, are just absolutely amazing."
Who You AreIf you are a veterinary assistant looking for an exciting, fast‑paced veterinary hospital, we look forward to hearing from you.
Qualifications & Responsibilities- 3+ years veterinary clinical experience as a veterinarian technician or assistant
- Familiarity with Cornerstone preferred
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
- Experience with proper animal handling and restraint of cats and dogs
- Ability to perform nursing care in a veterinary hospital setting
- Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Collect laboratory samples for urinalysis, cytology, blood work, fecal analysis
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments per doctor orders
- Anesthesia monitoring, pre‑operative and post‑operative surgical care
- Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Diagnostic experience including digital radiology positioning
- Ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- CE programs provided by Ameri Vet at no cost to you
- Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging
Please note:
Any benefits listed above apply to full‑time employees.
18452 Burbank Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356
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