Veterinary Assistant — Caring Team, Career Growth & Benefits

Boulevard Pet Hospital; Castro Valley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discounts

Career development

200+ locations with AmeriVet

Referral program

AmeriVet partnership

Job summary

Boulevard Pet Hospital in Castro Valley, CA, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a friendly, community-focused team. The role involves rooming patients, assisting with surgeries, drawing blood, and handling pets with care.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of veterinary experience and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Positive team player willing to continue learning.
• Able to handle a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of care.
• EzyVet software experience and in-house lab equipment experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist with surgical procedures.
• Draw blood and run bloodwork as needed.
• Position animals correctly for radiographs and other imaging.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Support a collaborative, patient-focused team environment.

Skills

2+ years veterinary experience

Animal handling and restraint

Communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

EzyVet

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Boulevard Pet Hospital in Castro Valley, CA, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a friendly, community-focused team. The role involves rooming patients, assisting with surgeries, drawing blood, and handling pets with care.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of veterinary experience and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting.