Compassionate Vet Assistant: Growth, PTO & Benefits

Berkeley-Animal-Hospital; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkeley Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our modern, privately owned clinic. You will work under veterinarians and RVTs to support exams, dentistry, and surgery while maintaining clean, well-equipped treatment areas.

We value a team-oriented, patient-focused approach and offer opportunities for skill development in advanced procedures. This full-time position is based at our Berkeley facility with a supportive, growth-minded team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of veterinary experience (required).
• Dental and anesthesia monitoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, attentive care to patients and excellent service to clients.
• Assist veterinarians (DVMs) and RVTs with exams, procedures, dentistry, and surgery.
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas, surgical suites, and equipment.
• Perform routine diagnostics (lab work, radiology, etc.).
• Accurately prepare and handle medications as directed.
• Monitor and record patient vitals, including under anesthesia.
• Support visiting specialists during advanced procedures (cardiology, endoscopy, surgery).
• Maintain accurate and compliant medical records.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Detail-oriented

Animal care

Adaptable

Digital tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

IDEXX Neo

Job description

Berkeley Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our modern, privately owned clinic. You will work under veterinarians and RVTs to support exams, dentistry, and surgery while maintaining clean, well-equipped treatment areas.

We value a team-oriented, patient-focused approach and offer opportunities for skill development in advanced procedures. This full-time position is based at our Berkeley facility with a supportive, growth-minded team.