Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Hands-On Care & Growth

Sanrafaelvet; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and advancement opportunities

Health and dental insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience and possess strong interpersonal skills while sharing a passion for animal care.

This full-time role offers a salary ranging from $18.00 to $24.00 per hour and includes opportunities for career development, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. The working schedule consists of five 8-hour shifts from Monday to Saturday, with some weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets.
• Comfortable with monitoring general anesthesia and surgical assistance preferred.
• Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning.

Responsibilities

• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories.
• Perform basic exam procedures.
• Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members.

Skills

3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary assistant or receptionist

Knowledge of industry tools and equipment

Passion for working with animals

Skilled in venipuncture

Excellent client communication

Tools

IDEXX in-house laboratory

Microscope

Job description

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience and possess strong interpersonal skills while sharing a passion for animal care.

This full-time role offers a salary ranging from $18.00 to $24.00 per hour and includes opportunities for career development, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. The working schedule consists of five 8-hour shifts from Monday to Saturday, with some weekend coverage.