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Veterinary Assistant (VA) - Pasadena

Part-time

Modern Animal

Pasadena, CAPart-time$22–26/hrPosted 1w agoStill listed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22–26/hr
Location
Pasadena, CA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Modern Animal is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to provide general-practice care and support pets, their families, and the veterinary team. The role includes dental procedures, or willingness to develop those skills, and emphasizes learning, integrity, thoughtful communication, and representing the company in the community. The posting describes medical, vision, dental, and mental health coverage, retirement matching, paid time off, parental leave, and other benefits.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationsProject CollaborationIntegrity TestingTechskillsDental SurgeryGeneral PracticeDental ProceduresAdaptabilityIntegrityCommunicationActive ListeningAccountabilityCollaborationContinuous Learning

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

At Modern Animal, we know vet med is more than a job—it’s a calling. You’re not just caring for pets; you’re holding space for families, supporting your team, and showing up with heart even when it’s hard. We see you. We built this place for you. Watch what we mean. We understand that great veterinary assistants deserve more than just competitive pay. That’s why we offer a salary package that truly reflects your skills and experience, along with top-tier benefits. But it’s not just about the paycheck—it’s about joining a company that deeply values its team and is on a mission to make a real difference for animals and their families. What You’ll Receive:

  • Competitive pay that rewards your skills and experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, and mental health coverage
  • 401(k) with employer matching, helping you secure your future
  • Paid time off (PTO) & Paid Parental Leave, ensuring you have time to recharge when needed
  • Discounts on veterinary services for your pets, along with savings on products and services
  • Provided uniforms to support you in your role
  • Supportive team environment where professional growth and collaboration are valued

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead with expertise: Deliver high-quality GP care, using your full range of technical skills, including dental procedures, or show a willingness to develop in this area.
  • Stay curious and grow: Collaborate with a supportive team, embracing continuous learning and pushing yourself to set a new standard of excellence.
  • Practice with integrity: Approach your work with honesty, transparency, and accountability, ensuring trust with both clients and team members.
  • Be a community ambassador: Represent Modern Animal and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners.
  • Communicate with care: Foster a positive, judgment-free environment through active listening, thoughtful interactions, and respectful communication.
  • Thrive in a supportive culture: Live our values of empathy, work-life balance, and professionalism, contributing to a collaborative and positive workplace.

Why You’ll Be a Great Fit:

  • Strong GP experience or a willingness to learn and adapt quickly to various veterinary practices and protocols.
  • Proficiency in dental procedures or a desire to develop and improve your skills in this area.
  • A forward-thinking and curious mindset that drives you to continue growing and learning within your role.
  • A high level of integrity and ethical practice, aligning with our value of doing the right thing and building trust with clients and teammates.
  • A proactive, can-do attitude, showing accountability and a determination to follow through on tasks and challenges with grit and resilience.
  • Excellent communication skills, ensuring respectful and thoughtful interactions that foster positive relationships and contribute to a supportive work environment.

We believe an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We’re not looking for candidates who are “culture fits.” We’re looking for candidates who can expand our culture and challenge business as usual. We strive to foster an environment where all staff can bring their whole selves to work, by their own definition, and we strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If we can offer accommodations for you in the recruitment process, or if you have feedback on how to make our recruiting more equitable or accessible, please let us know!

Compensation The pay range for this position is listed below; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and equity grant units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the California Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on geographic location. Hourly Range: $22 - $26

The pay range for this position is listed below; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and equity grant units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the California Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on geographic location.

Salary Range $22—$26 USD

The pay range for this position is listed below; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and equity grant units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the California Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on geographic location.

Hourly Range $22—$26 USD

We believe an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We’re not looking for candidates who are “culture fits.” We’re looking for candidates who can expand our culture and challenge business as usual. We strive to foster an environment where all staff can bring their whole selves to work, by their own definition, and we strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If we can offer accommodations for you in the recruitment process, or if you have feedback on how to make our recruiting more equitable or accessible, please let us know!

How this job compares

Set against the 949 open Veterinary Assistant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 1, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$22–26/hr
  • California median$20–26/hr136 hourly ranges
  • US median$18–22/hr840 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $24/hr, is close to the California median midpoint ($23/hr) — in the middle half of Veterinary Assistant hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 143 open Veterinary Assistant jobs in California and 949 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Veterinary Assistant postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (273 postings).
Education
2 of the 949 open Veterinary Assistant jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 1, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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