Veterinary Doctor Assistant — Clinic Operations Lead

The Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

HSA options

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

The Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center in Los Gatos, CA is seeking an experienced Doctor Assistant to support our DVM team and keep patient care moving efficiently throughout the day.

This role blends administrative coordination with hands-on veterinary support, serving as a central liaison among DVMs, clients, CSRs, and the clinical team. The position emphasizes organization, communication, and a commitment to outstanding patient care.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a veterinary assistant role.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology and patient care.
• Excellent communication with DVMs, clients, CSRs, and the clinical team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to provide hands-on Veterinary Assistant support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing DVM schedules and prioritizing the day's workflow.
• Monitoring doctor task lists and outstanding patient needs.
• Coordinating client callbacks and communications with the veterinary team.
• Providing client education and home care instructions.
• Preparing same-day treatment estimates and timely client communication.
• Auditing medical records for completion and up-to-date documentation.
• Coordinating communication between DVMs, CSRs, and the clinical team.
• Tracking outstanding tasks and ensuring completion or handoff.
• Providing hands-on veterinary assistant support during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Helping DVMs and clinical staff stay organized and focused on patient care.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Animal handling

Medical records

Client education

Team coordination

Drug calculations

Job description

The Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center in Los Gatos, CA is seeking an experienced Doctor Assistant to support our DVM team and keep patient care moving efficiently throughout the day.

This role blends administrative coordination with hands-on veterinary support, serving as a central liaison among DVMs, clients, CSRs, and the clinical team. The position emphasizes organization, communication, and a commitment to outstanding patient care.