Part-Time Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Team Care

North Houston Vet Ophthalmology and Animal Eye Medical & Surgical Specialists; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mission Valley Pet Clinic in the Allied Gardens community of San Diego is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and credentialed technicians, handle patients safely, record vital signs, and maintain clean exam rooms.

We value compassionate care, clear communication, and the ability to work well with a team in a busy clinical setting. Training and supervision are provided as needed, with opportunities to grow within AmeriVet’s network.

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

Communication

Teamwork

Infection prevention

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Patient comfort

Education

Vet tech credentials welcome

Tools

ezyVet

Job description

Mission Valley Pet Clinic in the Allied Gardens community of San Diego is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and credentialed technicians, handle patients safely, record vital signs, and maintain clean exam rooms.

We value compassionate care, clear communication, and the ability to work well with a team in a busy clinical setting. Training and supervision are provided as needed, with opportunities to grow within AmeriVet’s network.