Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

AmeriVet•San Diego, CA

43d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking to hire a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Mission Valley Pet Clinic in San Diego, California. Salary: $19 – 21 per hour depending on experience and education Schedule: Part-Time, three 8-hour shifts, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Occasional Saturday support is required. Location: 4329 Twain Ave, San Diego, CA 92120 Who We Are: Mission Valley Pet Clinic is a well-established, 4-doctor general practice proudly serving the Allied Gardens community for over 30 years. We offer high-quality care to cats and dogs and foster meaningful, long-term relationships with our clients and their pets. Our team is known for its compassion, camaraderie, and high standard of medicine. What Our Clients Say: “Everyone here is so friendly. I brought in my kitten Moscato, they treated him like their own. They even referred me to several affordable pet insurance for him. They really get to know each pet. They also have a free first checkup not including vaccines, which is VERY helpful with vet bills. It’s a professional and affordable vet clinic. I will continue to bring Moscato here as he is so comfortable with them already.” Jennifer L. Who You Are: At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.

Requirements

1 + years of veterinary clinical experience required
Familiarity with Avimark preferred
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint of cats and dogs
Ability to perform nursing care in a veterinary hospital setting
Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Avimark preferred

Responsibilities

Collect laboratory samples for urinalysis, cytology, bloodwork, fecal analysis
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments per doctor orders
Anesthesia monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative surgical care
Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
Diagnostic experience including digital radiology positioning
Ensure a clean, safe and organized work environment

Benefits

Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

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