Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours + $250 Sign-On

Dewittvets; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CE support

Uniform allowance

License reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The role emphasizes accuracy in medical histories, patient handling, and strong client communication in a busy, supportive clinic environment.

We offer a $250 sign-on bonus, CE support, uniform allowance, license reimbursement, and flexible scheduling. Join a 2-doctor, high-performing team dedicated to compassionate animal care and owner education.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories.
• Perform basic exam procedures.
• Venipuncture (cephalic, saphenous, jugular).
• Digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning.
• Monitor general anesthesia and assist surgery.
• Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX in-house laboratory.
• Excellent client communication/education.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic exam procedures.
• Assist during examinations and procedures.
• Collect medical histories and document findings.
• Assist with venipuncture and sample collection.
• Support radiographs and anesthesia monitoring.
• Maintain laboratory tasks and documentation.
• Educate clients and answer questions.

Skills

Clinical experience

Animal handling

Communication

Venipuncture

Radiology

Anesthesia assistance

Lab skills

Client education

Tools

IDEXX in-house lab

Job description

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The role emphasizes accuracy in medical histories, patient handling, and strong client communication in a busy, supportive clinic environment.

We offer a $250 sign-on bonus, CE support, uniform allowance, license reimbursement, and flexible scheduling. Join a 2-doctor, high-performing team dedicated to compassionate animal care and owner education.