Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Team Care

Companion Pet; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional development

Scrub allowance

Referral program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Center Veterinary Clinic in San Diego, CA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our animal healthcare team. You’ll contribute to compassionate care across exams, diagnostics, and wellness services with a supportive RVT staff.

Responsibilities include restraining and monitoring patients, assisting with treatments and surgeries, maintaining medical records, and communicating with clients. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ year experience in a veterinary environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills for EMR are expected.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and handle animals with care during examinations and procedures.
• Assist veterinarians with treatments, diagnostics, and surgeries; prepare equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and monitor patient status.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Medical assistance

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in veterinary technology or continuing education

Job description

Center Veterinary Clinic in San Diego, CA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our animal healthcare team. You’ll contribute to compassionate care across exams, diagnostics, and wellness services with a supportive RVT staff.

Responsibilities include restraining and monitoring patients, assisting with treatments and surgeries, maintaining medical records, and communicating with clients. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.