Join the LAASER Team
LAASER is a privately owned, multi-specialty referral and emergency/critical care hospital located in the heart of Los Angeles, CA. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art 6,000 sq ft facility in Glassell Park is equipped to deliver the highest level of veterinary care, and we are expanding our team of dedicated professionals.
We offer 7-day-a-week emergency and critical care services, along with the following specialties:
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Neurology & Neurosurgery
- Cardiology
- Rehabilitation & Integrative Medicine
We’re looking for a Part Time Weekend Technician Assistants to support our ER/ICU and specialty teams at LAASER. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn in a fast-paced hospital environment, with opportunities for growth and mentorship. Skilled veterinary technicians and RVTs are also encouraged to apply.
Skills include, but are not limited to:
Patient Care & Monitoring
- Provide vigilant care and continuous monitoring for critical and hospitalized patients
- Perform triage for incoming patients, prioritizing based on medical urgency
- Prepare and stabilize patients for emergency treatments, imaging, and procedures
- Monitor and document vital parameters (TPR, SpO₂, BP, ECG, capnography) and promptly alert veterinarians of changes
- Support smooth and safe patient recovery following procedures, sedation, or anesthesia
Critical Care & Emergency Support
- Assist veterinarians with urgent table cases (e.g., GDV, hemoabdomen, blocked cats, trauma patients, respiratory distress)
- Place IV catheters and assist with fluid resuscitation under supervision
- Set up and monitor patients on oxygen therapy (flow-by, nasal cannulas, oxygen cages)
- Assist with advanced monitoring (ECG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, capnography)
- Collect and process STAT lab samples, including blood gases and PCV/TS for rapid decision-making
- Prepare for and assist during life-saving procedures such as CPR, chest taps, abdominocentesis, and wound management
- Assist in blood transfusion setup and monitoring for reactions
- Administer medications (SQ/IM/IV/CRI) under supervision and per skill level
Clinical Support
- Assist ER and specialty veterinarians during exams, procedures, and treatments
- Support radiographic imaging with proper positioning and radiation safety compliance
- Prepare surgical patients for emergency procedures including clipping, scrubbing, and positioning
- Assist in endoscopic or ultrasound-guided procedures (e.g., foreign body retrieval, fluid sampling)
Client & Team Communication
- Assist with preparing treatment plans, estimates, and discharge instructions
- Communicate patient status updates clearly to doctors, technicians, and clients
- Provide compassionate client support during emergency and end-of-life situations
Hospital Operations
- Follow isolation and biosecurity protocols for contagious or high-risk patients
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked ICU/treatment area and crash cart
- Ensure complete, accurate documentation of patient care and treatments in medical records
Requirements:
- Ability to restrain dogs and cats safely
- Comfort with basic animal handling and patient care skills
- Willingness to learn technical skills (venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring) under mentorship
- Team-oriented mindset and strong communication skills
- Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Commitment to patient care and ongoing professional development
Skilled veterinary technicians are welcome to apply, advanced skills such as venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, and CRI management will be utilized at your level of expertise.
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience and skill level.
Looking forward to meeting you!
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Veterinary: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Los Angeles, CA 90065 (Required)
Work Location: In person
