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Veterinary Assistant

CALIFORNIA ANIMAL EMERGENCY GROUP·Corona, California

$19 - $27/hr·Full Time·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Triage emergency cases and provide critical nursing care, including IV placement, medication administration, and fluid therapy. Assist with emergency surgeries, monitor anesthesia, and manage hospitalized patients using EzyVet and SmartFlow.

Job Title: Emergency Veterinary Assistant – Critical Care & Emergency Medicine

Location

  • Corona,
  • CA
  • Employment
  • Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | 10-Hour Shifts | Weekends & Holidays as Needed (Flexible Schedule Options)

About Us

Corona Animal Emergency Center (CAEC) is a privately owned, fast-growing 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital serving Corona, Norco, and surrounding communities. Our modern facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment technology, including a full in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, and surgical suites designed specifically for emergency procedures.

We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our emergency care team. This is your opportunity to practice at the top of your skills, work alongside experienced ER veterinarians, and be part of a supportive hospital culture that values your expertise and prioritizes your growth.

  • Why You’ll Love Working at CAEC
  • Practice advanced emergency medicine with autonomy and support
  • Collaborative environment – no drama, strong leadership, and a true team approach
  • Growth-focused culture – mentorship, paid continuing education, and skill advancement
  • Flexible scheduling – 10-hour shifts to support work-life balance
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Triage incoming emergency cases and provide critical nursing care
  • Place IV catheters, perform phlebotomy, administer medications via various routes, and manage fluid therapy
  • Monitor anesthesia and assist with emergency and critical care surgeries
  • Care for hospitalized patients ranging from basic medical needs to advanced critical cases
  • Operate diagnostic equipment and run in-house lab tests
  • Accurately document treatments using EzyVet and SmartFlow
  • Communicate effectively with veterinarians and provide compassionate client education

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience (ER or ICU experience strongly preferred)
  • Proficiency in IV catheter placement, venipuncture, medical math, and patient monitoring
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and compassion

Highly Valued

  • Prior emergency or specialty hospital experience
  • Advanced anesthesia monitoring and ICU care skills

Veterinary Technicians (non-RVT) with strong emergency experience are encouraged to apply.

  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Highly competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience + shift differentials
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Continuing education allowance & license reimbursement
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Strong mentorship and career advancement opportunities

Be Part of a Team That Values You

At CAEC, you are not just another employee—you are an essential member of a life-saving team. If you want a meaningful role where your work truly matters and your professional growth is supported, this is the place for you.

Apply today and take the next step in your emergency veterinary career. We look forward to meeting you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19-$25 commensurate with experience + shift differentials

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

How many years of hands-on veterinary assistant experience do you have in a clinical setting?

Do you have direct experience working in an emergency, ICU, or urgent care veterinary setting?

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Work Location: In person

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience, with a strong preference for ER or ICU backgrounds. Candidates must be proficient in venipuncture, medical math, and patient monitoring in a fast-paced environment.

  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Phlebotomy
  • Diagnostic Equipment Operation
  • Triage
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Client Education
  • Surgical Assistance
  • EzyVet
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Medical Math
  • Fluid Therapy Management
  • SmartFlow

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$19 - $27/hr
Location
Corona, California
Posted
Jun 25, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

CALIFORNIA ANIMAL EMERGENCY GROUP

We save lives - so you can have more love, more life, and more memories together. Corona Animal Emergency Center was started by two veterinarians with a dream: to offer gold-standard emergency medicine to every dog and cat who needs it. In order to do that, we needed a better...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePartnership
Size11-50 employees
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Market context

California veterinary assistant demand remains steady

Veterinary assistants in California are commonly needed to support clinical workflows, client education, and hospital safety in busy animal care settings. Competition can be strong because employers often look for dependable hands-on experience, strong communication, and the ability to work efficiently with patients and pet owners. Review the summarized requirements and benefits carefully, then compare them with your own experience before applying; this platform’s AI-summarized job details help save research time by pulling the key points from the original posting.

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