Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic

148654 Campus Veterinary Clinic LP; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$250 sign-on bonus

CE support

Uniform allowance

License reimbursement

Job summary

AmeriVet Campus Veterinary Clinic in Berkeley, CA is hiring Veterinary Assistants for full-time or part-time roles. Ideal candidate has 3+ years experience, rooming patients, surgical assisting, venipuncture, radiography, and client education.

The job offers a starting hourly pay of $22-$28 plus a $250 sign-on bonus, CE support, uniform allowance, and license reimbursement. Work with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years clinical Veterinary Assistant or receptionist experience.
• Experience rooming patients and assisting surgery.
• Blood collection and bloodwork experience.
• Knowledge of x-ray positioning and radiography.
• Strong client education and communication skills.
• Ability to handle animals with proper restraint.
• Reliability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist in surgeries.
• Perform venipuncture and bloodwork.
• Operate x-ray equipment and position patients.
• Maintain clean, organized work area.
• Educate clients and answer questions.
• Support doctors and team during procedures.

Skills

Clinical experience

Animal handling

Venipuncture

Radiography

Anesthesia support

Laboratory skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Medical history taking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

IDEXX in-house lab

Digital radiography equipment

Venipuncture equipment

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic!

Come join an amazing team! Berkeley, California Campus 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.

The hourly pay range for this position starts $22.00 - $28.00, this varies depending on experience, education, and certifications

• Additional $250.00 sign-on bonus!
• Continuing Education (CE) support
• Uniform allowance
• Professional License reimbursement

Who You Are:

• 3+ years clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant or receptionist
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
• Perform basic exam procedures
• Skilled in venipuncture (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
• Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
• Comfortable with monitoring general anesthesia and surgical assistance preferred
• Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX in-house laboratory
• Excellent client communication/education
• Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members

What Makes Us Different

• Referral 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 Page Learn more about us at: or: campusveterinary.com, AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business #LI-JJ1

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 their 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.

At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities.

You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.