Veterinary Assistant - Emergency (Swing Shift) at Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County – Mission Viejo, California

Location:Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County – Mission Viejo, CA
Hours:Full-Time | Swing Shift | Weekends & Holidays Included
Pay:$25–$27/hr + Stackable Shift Differentials

Let's Cut to the Chase:
Emergency medicine is fast paced, challenging, and incredibly rewarding, and we're looking for veterinary assistants who are ready to be part of that. Whether you're helping with intake, triage, or keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, your work will make a real difference on every shift.

What You'll Be Doing:
Assisting with ER triage and patient intake
Handling restraint, vitals, IVC setup, and sample collection
Helping with radiographs, prepping procedures, and tech support
Restocking and keeping our ER floor running smooth
Communicating like a prowhether it's with your team or worried pet parents
Updating patient records and charges in Vetspire
Helping with aftercare including cremation tags and respectful handling

Veterinary Assistant Skills You'll Contribute:
Triage, stabilize, and monitor critical patients
Place IVCs, draw blood, push meds, and give injections like a boss
Run in-house labs, assist with ultrasound, and monitor anesthesia
Support emergency procedures and CPR
Collaborate with DVMs and support team with top-tier nursing care
Keep medical records and charges updated in Vetspire

When You'll Work:
Our swing shift is typically 4:30 pm–1:00 am, including weekends and holidays.

Who You Are:
You've got 2+ year of vet assistant experience (ER is a plus!)
You don't flinch in chaosyouthrivein it
You multitask like a wizard and know how to stay cool when it counts
You're hungry to grow your skills and help patients when they need it most