Part-Time Veterinary Assistant — Caring Team, Growth

Amerivet; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mission Valley Pet Clinic in San Diego, CA is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our small animal practice serving cats and dogs. You will assist veterinarians and credentialed staff with examinations, treatments, and surgical prep, while ensuring patient comfort and accurate record-keeping.

We value compassionate care, effective communication, and a collaborative team approach. If you bring a proactive attitude and focus on patient welfare, you’ll thrive in our busy clinic

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills, with a commitment to patient comfort and staff safety.
• Familiarity with veterinary terminology, clinical procedures, and infection prevention practices.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and adapt in a busy clinical setting.
• Attention to detail when documenting patient care and following instructions.
• Willingness to learn, receive constructive feedback, and support other departments as needed.
• Veterinary technology education or current veterinary technician credentials are welcome but are not required for this assistant position.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians with examinations, treatments, diagnostics, and surgical preparation.
• Safely handle and restrain patients using techniques that minimize fear, anxiety, and stress.
• Obtain patient histories, record weights and vital signs, and communicate observations or concerns promptly.
• Prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, instruments, and supplies.
• Assist with sample collection, laboratory testing, and diagnostic imaging as trained and authorized.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed and permitted for the position, with appropriate supervision.
• Support surgical and dental patient care within training, authorization, and supervision requirements.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient records in ezyVet.
• Communicate veterinarian-approved home-care instructions and reinforce client understanding.
• Monitor hospitalized and recovering patients as assigned, promptly reporting changes to the veterinarian or credentialed technician.
• Clean and disinfect equipment, examination rooms, treatment areas, and patient housing.
• Restock supplies and help maintain an organized, efficient work environment.
• Support reception with phones, client communication, and patient flow as needed.
• Follow hospital protocols and promptly report workplace injuries, patient safety concerns, and equipment issues.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Veterinary technician credentials welcome

Job description

Mission Valley Pet Clinic in San Diego, CA is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our small animal practice serving cats and dogs. You will assist veterinarians and credentialed staff with examinations, treatments, and surgical prep, while ensuring patient comfort and accurate record-keeping.

We value compassionate care, effective communication, and a collaborative team approach. If you bring a proactive attitude and focus on patient welfare, you’ll thrive in our busy clinic