Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

All Pets Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy four-doctor practice. This part-time position includes some Saturday shifts and offers a collaborative team environment dedicated to high-quality care.

The ideal candidate has prior veterinary assistant experience and excels in a fast-paced setting. Exotic animal experience is a plus but not required; reliability and compassion are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant in a busy practice.
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, professional approach with clients and patients.
• Dependable, positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and patient care
• Safely restrain and handle a variety of patients
• Prepare exam rooms and assist with treatments and procedures
• Obtain and record patient information and histories
• Provide compassionate care and monitoring of hospitalized patients
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the practice
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members
• Help keep the hospital running smoothly and efficiently

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Work ethic

Willingness to learn

Exotic animals experience

Job description

All Pets Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, is hiring a part-time Veterinary Assistant.

Part-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Position Type:Part-Time- Some Saturdays shifts required.
Experience Level:Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Practice:Busy, fast-paced veterinary practice with four doctors

Pay: $22-25 per hour

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join our busy four-doctor practice. Our team works hard, supports one another, and takes pride in providing exceptional care to our clients and patients.

The ideal candidate is confident in a veterinary hospital setting, works well as part of a team, and is comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with exotic species is not required, but is a definite plus.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant in a busy practice
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, professional approach with clients and patients
• Dependable, positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
• Exotic animal experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and patient care
• Safely restrain and handle a variety of patients
• Prepare exam rooms and assist with treatments and procedures
• Obtain and record patient information and histories
• Provide compassionate care and monitoring of hospitalized patients
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the practice
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members
• Help keep the hospital running smoothly and efficiently

Why Join Our Team?

We are a fun, hardworking team that genuinely cares about our patients, clients, and one another. With four doctors and a busy practice, every team member plays an important role in delivering excellent veterinary care. If you are an experienced veterinary assistant looking for a supportive team where your skills and dedication are valued, we would love to hear from you.