Veterinary Assistant

Gatewayvetsanramon

San Ramon (CA)

On-site

USD 28,929 - 31,684

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Comprehensive medical coverage

Continuing education allowance

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in San Ramon is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This full-time role involves assisting veterinarians, providing compassionate care to animals, and ensuring a clean and organized work environment. The position includes competitive pay and excellent benefits, such as medical coverage, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities. If you have a passion for animal care and want to grow in the veterinary field, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

Assist veterinarians with exams and treatments.
Safely restrain animals and provide care.
Perform basic lab tests and take radiographs.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness of exam and treatment areas.
Administer medications as directed.
Keep accurate medical records.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Restraint of animals

Basic lab tests

Digital radiography

Medication administration

Job description

At Gateway Pet Hospital, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you.Please email us to learn more or apply below.

Quick Apply

Please indicate which position you are qualified for:

Licensed Veterinarian
Practice(s) of Interest:
- Small Animal
- Large Animal
- Exotics
- Mixed Animal
- Other (please specify)

Gateway Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: $21–$23 per hour
Schedule: 8:15am-4:45pm; 12-1pm lunch

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You:Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

At Gateway Pet Hospital, our assistants are valued for their role in our daily operations, and we aren’t shy about showing our appreciation. Our team enjoys a break room stocked with snacks, birthday celebrations, and scheduling that supports a proper work-life balance. Plus, we have put together some pretty sweet benefits to help keep life going smoothly, including:

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Continuing education allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program

Duties include:

Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and anesthesia monitoring
Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
Perform basic lab tests, collect samples, and take digital radiographs
Administer medications and treatments as directed
Maintain accurate medical records and support client communication
Keep exam, treatment, and surgery areas clean, organized, and well-stocked

Our veterinary assistants should be ready to:

Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day.
Be positive! Because with the right cattitude, anything is pawsible
Be empathetic to our clients, to your coworkers, and to yourself.
Learn and grow. Then grow and learn some more!
Withstand endless barrages of puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
Enjoy yourself. If you're not having fun, you're doing it wrong.

Each member of our staff can expect:

Mentoring and support to grow as a professional
A proper work-life balance
Occasional coffee runs and lunches on us
Snacks stocked in the breakroom

So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and come see the difference we can make together!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Gateway Pet Hospital and VetCor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.