Veterinary Assistant — Four‑Day Week, Growth & Benefits

VetnCare; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

FSA/HSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

VetFolio access

Calm app access

Talkspace therapy

Job summary

Presidio Way Pet Hospital in San Francisco is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support patient care, communicate with clients, and collaborate with a skilled team.

The position features a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule (7:30 am–6 pm) with rotating Saturdays, opportunities to work across primary care, emergency, surgery, and dentistry, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Practical veterinary assisting skills relevant to the responsibilities above.
• Confidence supporting patient handling, sample collection and diagnostic procedures within your training and assigned responsibilities.
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with examinations, treatments and surgical procedures.
• Gather patient histories and take vital signs.
• Collect blood samples and support laboratory sample collection, processing and testing.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs using appropriate positioning and safety procedures.
• Assist with ear cytology, cleaning and treatment preparation.
• Keep clients informed and reinforce the veterinary team’s guidance on medications, home care and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain clean, organized examination and treatment areas.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues to support consistent patient care

Skills

Veterinary assisting

Patient handling

Communication

Laboratory sample collection

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Presidio Way Pet Hospital in San Francisco is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support patient care, communicate with clients, and collaborate with a skilled team.

The position features a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule (7:30 am–6 pm) with rotating Saturdays, opportunities to work across primary care, emergency, surgery, and dentistry, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.