Veterinary Assistant - Growth, Benefits & Flexible PT

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Pablo (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet discounts

Healthcare benefits

Dental & Vision

Life & Disability

Paid time off

401(k)

Wellness program

Referral bonuses

Career development

Job summary

VCA Animal Care Clinic in San Pablo, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, restraint, and routine tasks in a fast-paced clinic.

This part-time relief position offers hourly pay from $22 to $38, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), and pet discounts. Join our team to help maintain a Fear Free approach, keep records, and assist in the surgical suite and labs.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to restrain animals safely during exams and procedures.
• Excellent record-keeping and organization skills.
• Knowledge of Fear Free handling is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care with Fear Free approach.
• Restrain patients during examinations and procedures.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and building upkeep.
• Stock exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Process laboratory samples and run in-hospital blood work.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with tasks.
• Keep accurate logs and records.

Skills

Patient care

Fear Free

Animal handling

Surgical prep

Record keeping

Lab sample processing

Team support

Clinic upkeep

Job description

VCA Animal Care Clinic in San Pablo, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, restraint, and routine tasks in a fast-paced clinic.

This part-time relief position offers hourly pay from $22 to $38, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), and pet discounts. Join our team to help maintain a Fear Free approach, keep records, and assist in the surgical suite and labs.