Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours

Doctor's Office for Pets; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Pet discount

Job summary

Doctor’s Office for Pets is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional client and patient experiences across hospital care. This versatile role spans patient care, client service, surgery, and outpatient procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

You will handle anesthesia, preparation of patient care areas, and maintaining detailed medical records while building strong client relationships. Opportunity for growth and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care.
• Experience collecting patient histories and vital signs.
• Venipuncture and SQ injections.
• Radiology technique and positioning.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintaining clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Patient histories

Venipuncture

SQ injections

Radiology

Teamwork

Client service

Physical stamina

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Doctor’s Office for Pets is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional client and patient experiences across hospital care. This versatile role spans patient care, client service, surgery, and outpatient procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

You will handle anesthesia, preparation of patient care areas, and maintaining detailed medical records while building strong client relationships. Opportunity for growth and a supportive team environment.