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Veterinary Assistant

Thrive Pet Healthcare
Tustin, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/18/2026
Description

Veterinary Cancer Group of Orange County is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $19 hour/ DOE. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Our assistants are vital team members and help ensure the hospital is well stocked, cleaned, patient comfort/care, charges are captured, prescriptions dispensed, and provide general assistance to the team.

The right candidate is a motivated team player with a flexible work schedule between Monday-Friday with 4x10 hour shifts.

Work directly with the Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians providing support to patients in our care. Previous experience in animal handling or veterinary hospital experience is desired. Additional training provided.

We offer a wonderful benefits package, including medical, vision & dental insurance, PTO for all full time employees, internal and external continuing education, dynamic pet care discounts, 401K, and much, more! Rate of pay based on experience starting at $19/hr. We promote an encouraging work environment and positive work/life balance. We invest heavily in our employees, providing many opportunities for growth and development.

About You

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey.

Role Responsibilities

  • Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
  • With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
  • Maintain and utilize laboratory equipment and tests
  • Opening and closing duties
  • Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records in our PMS.
  • Communicate with clients and obtain relevant health history and information from clients to communicate to the veterinarians
  • Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
  • Be willing to learn from and support fellow team members.

Benefits

  • Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
  • 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
  • Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
  • Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

and so much more!

If you are passionate about pets and providing great care, apply today!

Learn more about us at https://vetcancergroup.com/

We look forward to hearing from you!

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