Veterinary Assistant

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff pet care discounts

Generous holidays and PTO

Career development opportunities

Job summary

AmeriVet Family Pet Hospital in Vacaville, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team. The position offers 18.00–24.00 per hour, with full-time and part-time opportunities and flexible scheduling (4 full-day shifts; occasional Saturdays).

We value excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and a passion for caring for animals and their owners. Benefits are provided for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary experience (preferred).
• Full-time requirement: Availability for 4 full day shifts.
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
• Passion for working with animals and their owners.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Organization

Care for animals/owners

Tools

Industry tools & equipment

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Family Pet Hospital

Join our amazing team!

Vacaville, California

The hourly pay rate for this position is $18.00-24.00 per hour based on experience, certifications, licensure, education, and location.

Family Pet Hospital is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful Vacaville, California. Our goal is to provide compassionate and quality medicine while striving to make an impact in our community and treat our patients/clients like family.

We are open Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. We schedule our technicians for full days, or half days with morning or afternoon shifts (8:30 AM - 1 PM or 1 PM - 5:30 PM). We are looking for both part‑time and full‑time assistants and are happy to work with students' schedules.

Requirements

• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Full‑time requirement: Availability for 4 full day shifts
• Working the 1 Sat we are opened.
• 1+ years of veterinary experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Benefits We Offer

Your well‑being matters to us.

AmeriVet appreciates the level of dedication it takes to provide care and quality to the communities you serve. As a reflection, we offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you.

• Competitive pay
• Staff pet care discounts
• Generous holidays and paid time off
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• A great place to work with motivated and well‑trained staff.
• AmeriVet partnering practices are rapidly growing and expanding, adding more perks and inclusion for hospitals and professionals in the industry!

AmeriVet takes pride in embracing the uniqueness and diversity that every team member, pet owner, and pet brings to our community. Our unwavering dedication revolves around nurturing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, where each team member not only feels a strong sense of belonging but is also empowered to thrive.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well‑being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well‑being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well‑being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full‑time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people‑focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.