Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time

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

Job summary

All Pets Animal Hospital in Encinitas, CA is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join a fast-paced, caring team. Pay is $22-25 per hour. Saturdays are required.

Exotic animal experience is a plus but not required. The ideal candidate has solid veterinary skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and grow with the team. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, restraining animals, recording vital signs, collecting lab samples, and supporting daily hospital

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant experience and solid clinical skills.
• Comfortable handling animals in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, procedures, and patient care.
• Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other animals.
• Obtain and record patient vital signs, weights, and medical histories.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples, including blood and urine.
• Assist with diagnostic testing, vaccinations, and medication administration as directed.
• Prepare exam rooms, surgical areas, and equipment.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures as directed.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment areas.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients.
• Support the veterinary team with daily hospital operations.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Exotic animals experience

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Job description

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

All Pets Animal Hospital | Encinitas, CA Pay $22-25 per hour

We’re looking for a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced, caring team! This is a part-time position with Saturdays required.

We’re passionate about providing excellent patient care, supporting one another, and making a difference for pets and their families. Exotic animal experience is a plus, but not required. We welcome candidates with strong veterinary skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and grow with our team.

Job Duties

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, procedures, and patient care.
• Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other animals.
• Obtain and record patient vital signs, weights, and medical histories.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples, including blood and urine.
• Assist with diagnostic testing, vaccinations, and medication administration as directed.
• Prepare exam rooms, surgical areas, and equipment.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures as directed.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment areas.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients.
• Support the veterinary team with daily hospital operations.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs

What We’re Looking For

• Previous veterinary assistant experience and solid clinical skills.
• Comfortable handling animals and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to multitask.
• A compassionate attitude toward patients, clients, and teammates.
• Availability to work Saturdays is required.
• Exotic animal experience is a plus, but not required.

If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine and want to be part of a supportive team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!