Veterinary Assistant

Animal Eye Care; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside board-certified ophthalmology specialists, providing high-quality care to pets. You'll be involved in various tasks, from assisting with diagnostic testing to client communication, all while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. The practice values professional growth and offers a range of benefits, including paid time off and a health insurance package. If you are passionate about animal care and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance Package

401k Plan

Employee Pet Insurance

Uniforms

Continuing Education Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Comfortable handling and restraining pets in front of clients.
• Skilled in blood draws and basic ocular diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing and assist with ocular exams.
• Communicate and educate clients about their pets' care.
• Carry out tasks as requested by veterinarians.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Client Communication

Ocular Diagnostic Testing

Blood Draws

IV Catheterization

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Veterinary Assistant

Tools

Veterinary Practice Software

Job description

Are you an experienced veterinary assistant eager to learn new skills?

Animal Eye Care is a well-established veterinary ophthalmology specialty practice in Fremont and Pleasanton. We are in search of a full-time, experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Pay: $23 - 28 per hour based on experience

Schedule: 8am - 6:30pm Monday/Friday in Pleasanton, 6:30am - 5pm Wednesday/Thursday in Fremont. Four 10-hour shifts per week. No weekends required.

"I like working at AEC as my coworkers are collaborative, knowledgeable and well trained. This creates a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment." Dr. Hamilton

Who You Are:

• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a Veterinary Assistant in a general practice or mobile veterinary clinic
• Previous experience in a specialty or ophthalmology veterinary practice preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required, Certified Veterinary Assistant education preferred
• Comfortable handling and safely restraining cats and dogs in front of clients
• Skilled in blood draws, IV catheterization, and basic ocular diagnostic testing
• Technology savvy and able to adapt to different veterinary practice software systems
• Strive to provide every client with compassion and care
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic

Responsibilities:

• Performing or assisting with diagnostic testing (Schirmer Tear Testing, Tonometry, Ocular Ultrasounds, Electroretinogram testing, etc.)
• Assisting with ocular exams
• Client communication and education
• Carrying out tasks as requested by the veterinarians

• Obtaining vitals
• Collecting lab samples
• Performing basic lab work
• IV catheter placement and preoperative testing
• Assisting in eyelid mass removal procedures
• Performing ERG procedures
• General patient care

“It’s a fun environment, I'm always learning new things. The people that we work with are great and are always team players” -Kim (surgery lead)

Who We Are:

As board-certified ophthalmology specialists, treating conditions of the eye is all we do – and we are experts. Aside from our credentials, caring for each animal and its family is what we are known for. Our goal is to provide clients with all of the information they need to make the best decisions for their pets. We work to keep the patient’s primary care veterinarian informed throughout the treatment process and coordinate the efficient delivery of services. We’re a great team that works hard and has fun doing what we love

Benefits:

We offer a variety of benefits, including paid time off, a health insurance package, a 401k plan, an employee pet insurance plan, uniforms, and a generous continuing education allowance. We have a strong commitment to personal and professional development.

“There is little to no drama here. We all work well together” - Alex (RVT)

Join Us Today!
At Animal Eye Care, you’ll find a supportive team, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Animal Eye Care is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees