Veterinary Assistant

Hamilton Animal Hospital is a well-established veterinary practice in Huntington Beach, California focused on responsible pet ownership, preventative care, and client education. Our mission is to provide the highest level of care in a warm, compassionate environment while fostering a collaborative team culture.

Our state-of-the-art facility offers comprehensive veterinary services including general, urgent, surgical, and dental care. Each day, our reliable and passionate team members work together to make a real impact on the lives of our patients and the pet owners who trust us with their care.

What Sets Us Apart

• Client Education: Strong focus on preventative care and responsible pet ownership
• Comprehensive Services: Full range of general, urgent, surgical, and dental offerings
• Team Environment: Collaborative culture with passionate, reliable professionals who have been with us for 20+ years!
• Growth Opportunity: Shape the future of our practice and drive innovation
• Coastal Lifestyle: Make the ocean a constant undercurrent in your daily life

Join us to experience a fulfilling career where you can make a difference while enjoying the spectacular coastal lifestyle that Huntington Beach offers. At Hamilton Animal Hospital, we value the health and happiness of our patients, our team, and our community.

Join our veterinary hospital as a full-time Veterinary Assistant and become an integral part of our animal healthcare team! As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll be involved in all aspects of patient care—from assisting with examinations and treatments to monitoring hospitalized pets and educating clients. This position offers the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful difference in animals' lives while building a strong foundation in veterinary medicine.

• Compassionate Care Provider: Handle and restrain animals with confidence and gentleness, ensuring their comfort during examinations and procedures while providing reassurance to pets experiencing stress or illness.
• Medical Support Expert: Assist our veterinary team with treatments, diagnostics, and surgeries, preparing equipment, monitoring patients, and maintaining accurate records of care provided.
• Hospital Caretaker: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of our hospital, ensuring a safe, sanitary environment for our patients, clients, and team members.
• Communication Liaison: Relay important patient updates to veterinarians and fellow team members, helping maintain continuity of care and ensuring all staff are well-informed about patients' status.
• Client Educator: Under veterinarian guidance, you'll communicate with pet owners about their animals' care, medications, and home treatment plans, providing clear instructions with empathy and professionalism.

• Strong animal handling skills with the ability to safely restrain patients of all temperaments for examinations and procedures
• Familiar with laboratory diagnostics and veterinary medical procedures
• Ability to perform blood draws with precision and care 
• Experienced with medication administration (PO, SQ, IM, IV) and vaccine administration
• Knowledge of prescription medications to effectively instruct clients with home care instructions
• Excellent attention to detail in monitoring patients and maintaining medical records
• Effective communication skills with team members and clients

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• One or more years of veterinary assistant experience 
• Prior animal handling experience required
• Basic computer skills for maintaining electronic medical records
• Associate degree in veterinary technology or continuing education in veterinary science a plus

• Competitive Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401k with company match
• Growth Opportunities: Continuing education and professional development support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO and mental health assistance
• Perks: Employee discounts on services, a scrub allowance, and a referral program
• A Welcoming Team: We’re a hard-working and collaborative team where your voice matters!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.