Per Diem Veterinary Assistant

Location: Grand Terrace, CA
Schedule: Evening, Weekend & Holiday Shifts Available (Minimum 2 shifts per month)

About Animal Emergency Clinic (AEC)

Animal Emergency Clinic in Grand Terrace, CA is an AAHA-accredited emergency veterinary hospital serving the Inland Empire for over 50 years. Our dedicated and highly skilled emergency veterinary team provides exceptional after-hours care, with plans to expand to 24/7 emergency services in the near future.

As a Per Diem team member, you’ll have the flexibility to pick up shifts throughout the week and month, while being a valued part of a collaborative and professional veterinary team.

Compensation

• Veterinary Assistant: $21–$26/hour (based on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist ER veterinarians and RVT's with advanced procedures and patient care

• Perform technical and clinical skills under supervision

• Monitor and assist with anesthetized and recovering patients

• Accurately document treatments, observations, and patient progress

• Maintain clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical areas

• Contribute to a positive and professional team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ year of experience in a veterinary hospital setting

• Recent graduates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology considered

• RVT certification desired but not required

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced, high-stress environment

• Strong computer skills for paperless record-keeping

• Flexible, dependable, and responsible with strong time-management skills

Why Join Us

• Flexible per diem schedule with evening, weekend, and holiday shifts

• Opportunity to work with a highly skilled emergency veterinary team

• Scrub allowance and continuing education opportunities

• Inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace culture

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.