Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Full-time

Anderson Veterinary Clinic

Anderson, CA

Compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials, with an expected starting range of $19 – $21 /hour. The actual pay will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About You

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be a key part of our patient care team, helping ensure smooth workflow, quality care, and a positive client experience.

Your Experience & Skills 

• At least 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant required
• Compassionate, reliable, and dedicated to teamwork
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Experience in vaccine protocols, and surgical monitoring preferred
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes
• Basic knowledge of veterinary procedures, terminology, and daily patient care
• A willingness to learn, grow, and support the team in a collaborative environment
• Must be available to work a rotating Saturday schedule

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Assisting veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Supporting and advocating for pets while educating clients with warmth and clarity
• Helping with patient handling, sample collection, and basic in-house lab testing
• Maintaining accurate medical records and contributing to efficient patient flow
• Keeping exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, organized, and ready for use
• Bringing a positive, team-oriented mindset to support excellent patient care

You’ll Grow with Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills 
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits – our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

About the Hospital

Anderson Veterinary Clinic is a full-service small animal practice offering preventive, medical, surgical, and dental care in a friendly, supportive setting. We are dedicated to excellent medicine and a culture built on respect, collaboration, and professional growth. Our veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service team work together seamlessly to ensure every patient receives attentive, compassionate care.  

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.