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Veterinary Assistant - Experienced
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Mission Viejo, Orange County, California, 92690, USA
Listed on 2025-12-23
Listing for:
Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-23
Job specializations:
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) OR Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Full Time
Overnight Shift | Weekend & Holidays | Mission Viejo, CASchedule: 11:30 PM - 8:00 AM
Pay: $25 - 30/hr base + differentials
- +$3/hr for all hours worked Friday 6 PM - Monday 8 AM
- +$2/hr overnight differential for hours worked 10 PM - 8 AM
Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County (AUCSOC) is a thriving, fast-paced emergency hospital proudly serving our community with compassion and excellence for over 20 years. We are preparing to expand to 24/7 operations and are seeking a skilled, motivated Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our overnight team.
Our overnight RVTs play a vital role in patient stabilization, critical care, and treatment support while maintaining a calm and efficient hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities- Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, jugular)
- Administer IV, SQ, and IM medications; prepare and maintain CRIs
- Set up and monitor oxygen delivery systems (rebreather, non-rebreather, oxygen cages)
- Obtain radiographs; assist with ultrasounds and diagnostic imaging
- Conduct in-house laboratory testing (CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecal analysis)
- Provide advanced patient monitoring (ECG, BP, SpO₂, temperature)
- Assist in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and surgical prep
- Support and perform emergency procedures including CPR, gastric lavage, and cystocentesis
- Maintain accurate medical records, treatment sheets, and communication with DVMs
- Handle and restrain dogs, cats, and occasional exotics with safety and compassion
- Participate in aftercare and compassionate care services when needed
- Active California RVT license preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in emergency, urgent care, or critical care preferred
- Strong technical competency and comfort with emergency triage
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume environment
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Supportive, experienced overnight team
- Differential pay for weekends and overnights
- Diverse emergency caseload for continual skill growth
- Opportunities for leadership and professional development
- Collaborative culture and management that values your input
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