Veterinary Assistant - Primary Care

The Role

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an essential role in supporting our veterinarians and RVTs while ensuring every patient receives outstanding care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing exam rooms and obtaining patient histories
• Providing compassionate patient care and nursing support
• Administering vaccines
• Assisting with treatments, diagnostics and anaesthesia
• Supporting surgical procedures
• Performing blood draws and running laboratory samples
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Assisting with client communication and education
• Supporting reception duties when required, including scheduling appointments, answering phones and checking clients in and out
• Helping maintain a clean, organised and efficient hospital

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering exceptional patient and client care.

You'll ideally have:

• Minimum 1–2 years' Veterinary Assistant experience
• Strong phlebotomy skills
• Experience placing IV catheters
• Experience running in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Compassionate approach to patient care
• Positive attitude and collaborative team spirit
• Ability to thrive in a busy hospital environment

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Four 10-hour shifts
• Monday–Saturday availability required
• Shift start times may vary

Compensation

• $23–$27 per hour
• Shift differential available for applicable shifts

About VetnCare

VetnCare is a growing community of veterinary hospitals across Northern California, built on the belief that exceptional patient care starts with exceptional people.

We invest in our teams through mentorship, professional development and strong operational support, creating an environment where our people can build rewarding, long-term careers.

If you're looking for a role where you'll be supported, challenged and valued while making a real difference to pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you.