Veterinary Assistant - PACU

• World Class Medicine.
• Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships , ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

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About Us

The Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center is a specialty practice comprised of board-certified and residency-trained doctors, licensed veterinary technicians, and highly skilled support teams. Our services include Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurology, Physical Rehabilitation, Anesthesia & Pain Management, and Radiology .

We are a dedicated group of professionals committed to providing the highest level of medical care to the patients in our community. We value teamwork and camaraderie, and we believe in collaborating, supporting, and lifting one another up. We are looking to grow our LVVSC family and invite you to consider joining our team!

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented PACU Veterinary Assistant to join our surgical care team. This role is essential in supporting patients during post-anesthesia recovery by ensuring comfort, safety, and close monitoring. The ideal candidate remains calm under pressure, is attentive to detail, and is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

Monitor patients during post-operative and post-anesthetic recovery

Accurately record vital signs and identify changes in patient condition

Assist with pain management, warming, positioning, and comfort measures

Maintain a clean, organized PACU and surgical recovery area

Communicate patient updates clearly to veterinarians and technicians

Assist with patient transfers and support emergency situations as needed

Provide compassionate care to patients and reassurance to pet families when appropriate

What You Will Bring

2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a general practice

Preference given to candidates with experience in a veterinary specialty hospital setting

Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and build long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community

Reliability, organization, and a commitment to delivering high-level patient care

A passion for lifelong learning and continuous improvement

Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a strong focus on client service

Honesty, integrity, and a desire to have fun while doing meaningful work

Schedule & Salary

Friday through Sunday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

$19.00 - $22.00 an hour, based on experience

Benefits

Discounted veterinary care for your furry family members

Employee referral bonus program

Mental health support through Talkspace

Uniform allowance

Learning and growth opportunities

Continuing education support for licensed team members

401(k) retirement plan options with company match

Medical, vision, and dental insurance options

Some plans may be covered by the employer up to 100%

Basic life insurance provided at no cost

Additional voluntary insurance options for full-time team members

Paid time off and holiday pay for full-time team members

Location

• 8650 W Tropicana Ave, Suite B107
• Las Vegas, NV 89147

Base Pay

$19 — $22 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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