Veterinary Assistant

Welcome to Grand Canyon Veterinary Hospital in beautiful Santa Clarita, CA. Since 2022, we have focused on building lasting relationships with the community by providing comprehensive veterinary care and nurturing the crucial human-pet bond. We pride ourselves on offering state of the art medical care and maintaining clean exam rooms. You will be joining a courteous and dedicated team, including Veterinarians Gaurav Kaul, DVM, and Saurabh Singroha, DVM, who are committed to providing exceptional, focused attention for every pet.

This is your opportunity to do your best work alongside like-minded teammates who share your passion for medicine.

We believe in creating an environment where all teammates can succeed and advance their careers. Because our hospital is part of a supportive network, you will find access to robust educational resources and mentorship programs designed to help you reach your professional goals, whether that involves pursuing specialized skills or moving into a leadership role. You will find that internal specialty consultations are readily available to support complex cases, ensuring you always feel equipped to deliver the highest standard of care.

We are looking for caring, responsive teammates who appreciate the essential role we get to play in pet healthcare.

Grand Canyon Veterinary Hospital focuses on full-service general practice with a strong emphasis on medicine. You will utilize advanced procedures in Wellness & Prevention, Testing & Diagnostics, Surgical Procedures, Advanced Care, and Urgent Care (non-life-threatening cases). We maintain state of the art medical care within a clean facility. We offer a unique schedule structure that supports a late-day workload, with a veterinarian available on site from 10:00 AM until 11:00 PM seven days a week, allowing us to serve clients during convenient extended hours.

Located in the heart of Santa Clarita, California, you will find an ideal mix of professional opportunity and desirable quality of life. Santa Clarita is a dynamic community north of Los Angeles known for its pleasant weather and accessibility. Working here allows you to serve a devoted and growing pet-owner population while enjoying the benefits of living in sunny Southern California.

The practice is conveniently located on Soledad Canyon Road, making your daily commute straightforward and stress-free.

Job Description

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands‑on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go‑To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast‑paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note:

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including…