Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Mentorship & Team Care

Companion Pet; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Continuing education

PTO

Mental health support

Employee discounts

Scrub allowance

Referral program

Job summary

Parktown Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our animal healthcare team. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to impact animal lives while growing in veterinary medicine within a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will handle exams, assist with treatments, monitor anesthesia, and maintain medical records in a fast-paced hospital. We value compassion, reliability, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least five years of experience as veterinary assistant.
• Advanced computer skills for maintaining electronic medical records.
• Associate degree in veterinary technology a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with examinations, procedures, and surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia, dental cleanings, and radiographs.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and inventory.
• Communicate with clients about care plans.
• Record-keeping and patient care documentation.

Skills

Animal handling

Vet procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiography

Medical records

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in veterinary technology (plus)

Advanced computer skills for EMR

Tools

EMR software

Practice management software

Radiography equipment

Job description

Parktown Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our animal healthcare team. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to impact animal lives while growing in veterinary medicine within a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will handle exams, assist with treatments, monitor anesthesia, and maintain medical records in a fast-paced hospital. We value compassion, reliability, and teamwork.