Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Pet discounts

Paid vacation/holidays/sick days

Job summary

VCA San Carlos Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant (VA) to support our clinicians at our modern facility in San Carlos, CA. The VA will help create a calm, friendly environment for pets and owners while assisting technicians and doctors with clinical tasks.

We offer competitive hourly pay with comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, a 401(k), pet discounts, and paid time off. Join a dedicated team committed to exceptional veterinary care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Assist technicians and doctors in creating a positive, low-stress environment for clients and patients.

Responsibilities

• Support technicians and doctors in patient care.
• Help ensure smooth daily clinic operations and client communication.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Job description

Join the VCA San Carlos Animal Hospital Team!

Location: 718 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070

Located in the heart of San Carlos, CA, VCA San Carlos Animal Hospital has proudly served the San Francisco Peninsula for over 40 years. Now operating from our new state-of-the-art facility, we provide advanced veterinary care using the latest technology to ensure pets receive the highest quality treatment.

We’re proud to be part of San Carlos’ rich history—from its railroad origins to its growth as a hub of innovation and compassion. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering exceptional care, fostering collaboration, and advancing veterinary medicine.

Why Join VCA San Carlos Animal Hospital?

VCA Animal Hospitals offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay: $19.10 - $28.66 per hour (based on experience)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

• Generous pet care discounts

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days

• Health and well-being programs that provide valuable resources and training

Why We Want You!

We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant (VA) with a minimum of 1 year experience to join our team. In this role, you’ll support our technicians and doctors by creating a positive, low-stress environment for clients and patients.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.