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Overnight Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

... * Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and ... to an overnight care facility as needed. * Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients ...

... * Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and ... to an overnight care facility as needed. * Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients ...

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How much do overnight veterinary assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight veterinary assistant in Riverside, CA is $17.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.82 and $19.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an overnight veterinary assistant?

An Overnight Veterinary Assistant provides care and support for animals in a veterinary clinic or hospital during nighttime hours. Responsibilities include monitoring patients, assisting with treatments, maintaining clean kennels, and supporting veterinarians and technicians. This role requires attention to detail, compassion for animals, and the ability to work independently. Overnight shifts are crucial in ensuring continuous care for hospitalized pets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight veterinary assistant?

To thrive as an Overnight Veterinary Assistant, you need a basic understanding of animal care, strong observational skills, and experience in a veterinary or animal-related field. Familiarity with veterinary record-keeping systems, laboratory equipment, and animal restraint techniques is often required, and certification as a Veterinary Assistant (such as AVA) can be advantageous. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a calm demeanor under pressure help you excel in overnight shifts when fewer staff may be present. These skills ensure the safety, comfort, and proper care of animal patients during non-traditional hours, supporting veterinarians and ensuring continuous care.

What are some common challenges faced by overnight veterinary assistants, and how can I prepare for them?

Overnight Veterinary Assistants often encounter challenges such as responding to emergency cases, managing anxious or critically ill animals, and working with limited on-site staffing. You may also need to balance multiple tasks independently, from monitoring post-surgical patients to cleaning and restocking facilities. Preparing by gaining hands-on experience with animal handling, familiarizing yourself with emergency protocols, and developing strong time management skills can help you confidently navigate overnight shifts. This role is well suited for individuals who work well under pressure and are comfortable making decisions with minimal supervision. Collaboration with the on-call veterinary team and clear communication are essential for ensuring excellent patient care throughout the night.

Can I work as an overnight veterinary assistant with no experience?

Overnight veterinary assistant positions often require some prior animal care experience or related skills, but entry-level roles may be available for those willing to learn and demonstrate reliability. Training is typically provided on the job, and basic knowledge of animal handling and safety procedures can be beneficial. Certifications such as pet first aid can also improve chances of employment.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Veterinary Assistant job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,411 per year, or $18 per hour.

Registered Veterinary Technicians - Specialty, ER & Critical Care

Veritas Veterinary Partners

Tustin, CA • On-site

$27 - $34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

 

About Us
Are you driven by the complexity of specialty medicine and the intensity of emergency and critical care? Do you excel in fastpaced Specialty and ER/ICU environments where advanced technical skills, critical thinking, and meticulous, highlevel nursing are essential?

AVSG/VSSOC is growing, and we are excited to welcome experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians to our team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside BoardCertified Criticalists, Surgeons, Internists, and Emergency Clinicians, supported by a highly skilled, collaborative team of RVTs and veterinary assistants dedicated to outstanding patient care. 


Why You'll Love It Here

You nailed your VTNE, you can place a catheter with your eyes closed and your drug calculations are frankly quite impressive, and honestly, that is a major tail-wagger around here. At Veritas Veterinary Partners, we know exactly what a credentialed veterinary technician brings to the table, the treatment plan and the operating room, and we built a place worthy of all of it. Our techs are the heartbeat of the hospital, the ones clients trust during the scariest moments of their lives and the ones the veterinarians could absolutely not function without, which they will happily admit if you ask them nicely. 

You will practice the full scope of your RVT, LVT or CVT credential every single day in a 24-hour specialty and emergency environment that is equal parts science, skill and the occasional cat with very strong opinions about everything. You bring your credential, your clinical instincts and your ability to read a room full of nervous humans and anxious animals without missing a beat. We bring a team that runs in the same pack, a culture built on our CIRCLE values of Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Community, Leadership and Evolution and a mission that makes showing up fur work genuinely worth it. It is a place that doesn't paws, and honestly, neither do you. Come do the work you were born to do.


Open Roles
  • Internal Medicine
  • Surgery & Anesthesia
  • Emergency/ICU (multiple shifts available)
    • Hiring for mid-level and senior-level

Skillset
  • Venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection
  • Diagnostic imaging assistance and basic interpretation (radiographs, ultrasound support)
  • Anesthesia monitoring (vitals, depth assessment, adjustments)
  • Medication calculation and administration (IV, IM, SQ, CRIs)
  • Fluid therapy setup and maintenance
  • Surgical prep, sterile technique, and instrument handling
  • Patient monitoring (vitals, pain scoring, trend recognition)
  • Nursing care for hospitalized patients (nutrition, wound care, hygiene)

What you'll bring
  • Registered Veterinary Technician required
  • 2+ years working in a veterinary clinic
  • Emergency or Specialty experience preferred, but not required
  • Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community we serve
  • Reliable, organized, and committed to provide high level care to our patients and clients
  • A craving for lifelong learning and continuous improvements
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected
  • Honesty, integrity, and a desire to have fun!

Schedules
  • Surgery
    • Wednesday through Saturday 9:00am - 7:00pm
  • Internal Medicine
    • four 10-hour shifts, specific days and times TBD
  • Emergency & ICU
    • Day and overnight shifts available
    • Scheduling options include:
      • Three 12hour shifts
      • Four 10hour shifts
    • Rotating weekdays and weekends available

Compensation
  • ER/ICU RVT / VTS 
    • $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
  • Surgery and Internal Medicine RVTs
    • $27.00 - $34.00 per hour
    • $500 for each completed surgery for on-call shifts
  • Shift differentials for swings, weekends and overnights 
  • All pay ranges are dependent upon experience, role level, and credentials
  • VTS hires eligible for a sign-on bonus

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off and sick leave
  • Continuing education and license stipends
  • Mental health support through Talkspace
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Scrub allowance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee discounts on hospital services, including vaccines and parasiticides
  • Pet insurance
  • $5,000 referral bonus for LVT referrals

Locations

Location: 2965 Edinger Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780