Veterinary Assistant - Experienced

🩺 Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) OR Experienced Veterinary Assistant – Full Time Overnight Shift | Weekend & Holidays | Mission Viejo, CA Schedule: 11:30 PM – 8:00 AM Pay: $25 - 30/hr base + differentials

• +$3/hr for all hours worked Friday 6 PM – Monday 8 AM
• +$2/hr overnight differential for hours worked 10 PM – 8 AM About Us Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County (AUCSOC) is a thriving, fast-paced emergency hospital proudly serving our community with compassion and excellence for over 20 years. We are preparing to expand to 24/7 operations and are seeking a skilled, motivated Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our overnight team. Our overnight RVTs play a vital role in patient stabilization, critical care, and treatment support while maintaining a calm and efficient hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, jugular)
• Administer IV, SQ, and IM medications; prepare and maintain CRIs
• Set up and monitor oxygen delivery systems (rebreather, non-rebreather, oxygen cages)
• Obtain radiographs; assist with ultrasounds and diagnostic imaging
• Conduct in-house laboratory testing (CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecal analysis)
• Provide advanced patient monitoring (ECG, BP, SpO₂, temperature)
• Assist in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and surgical prep
• Support and perform emergency procedures including CPR, gastric lavage, and cystocentesis
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment sheets, and communication with DVMs
• Handle and restrain dogs, cats, and occasional exotics with safety and compassion
• Participate in aftercare and compassionate care services when needed Qualifications
• Active California RVT license preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in emergency, urgent care, or critical care preferred
• Strong technical competency and comfort with emergency triage
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume environment
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset Why You’ll Love Working Here 💙 Supportive, experienced overnight team 🌙 Differential pay for weekends and overnights 🐾 Diverse emergency caseload for continual skill growth 📈 Opportunities for leadership and professional development 💬 Collaborative culture and management that values your input Join us as we prepare to launch 24/7 operations and grow into our next chapter.