Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $250

Continuing Education support

Uniform allowance

Professional license reimbursement

Job summary

Campus Veterinary Clinic in Berkeley, CA is seeking Veterinary Assistants (full-time or part-time) to join a friendly team dedicated to compassionate care. You will room patients, assist surgery, draw blood, perform radiographs, and educate clients in a collaborative environment.

We offer a $250 sign-on bonus, CE program support, uniform allowance, and professional license reimbursement to help you grow in your career.

Qualifications

• 3+ years clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant or receptionist.
• Experience with rooming patients, venipuncture, and radiography.
• Strong communication and client education skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic exam procedures and take medical histories.
• Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring.
• Draw blood and run in-house tests.
• Position animals for radiographs and maintain proper restraint.
• Maintain accurate client communication and medical records.

Skills

Rooming patients

Surgical assisting

Venipuncture

X-ray/radiography

Animal handling

Client education

Communication

Organizational skills

Lab work

Education

Tools

IDEXX in-house laboratory

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic!Come join an amazing team!Berkeley, CaliforniaCampus Veterinary Clinic is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful Berkeley, 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.Who We're Looking For:We are currently looking to hire either full-time or part-time Veterinary Assistants to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients, surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used, drawing blood and running bloodwork, knowledge of x-rays and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and motivating team member.Campus Veterinary Clinic aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best-personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff!The hourly pay range for this position starts $22.00 - $28.00, this varies depending on experience, education, and certificationsAdditional $250.00 sign-on bonus!Continuing Education (CE) supportUniform allowanceProfessional License reimbursementWho You Are:3+ years clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant or receptionistKnowledge of industry tools and equipmentPassion for working with animals and their ownersExperience with proper animal handling and restraintUnderstand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skillsObtain accurate and thorough medical historiesPerform basic exam proceduresSkilled in venipuncture (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioningComfortable with monitoring general anesthesia and surgical assistance preferredLaboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX in-house laboratoryExcellent client communication/educationAdaptable to working well with current doctors and team membersWhat Makes Us DifferentReferral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!Career development and advancement opportunities.CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers PageLearn more about us at: or: campusveterinary.com, AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business#LI-JJ1At 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.