Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic

AmeriVet•Berkeley, CA

10d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Campus Veterinary Clinic is seeking full-time or part-time Veterinary Assistants for its general practice hospital in Berkeley, California. The clinic provides compassionate, quality veterinary medicine and personalized service, with a focus on treating patients and clients like family and maintaining a friendly, professional workplace. The ideal candidate is a dependable, detail-oriented team player with clinical experience and a passion for working with animals and their owners. The role includes assisting with patient care, examinations, diagnostics, laboratory work, and surgery, as well as communicating with and educating clients. Hourly pay starts at $22.00 and ranges to $28.00, depending on experience, education, and certifications. A $250 sign-on bonus is offered. Continuing education support, a uniform allowance, and professional license reimbursement are also listed. AmeriVet describes additional employee offerings including development programs, mentorship and career pathing; competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching and student loan assistance; health, dental, vision and life insurance, and mental health resources; paid time off and holidays; and a supportive, collaborative environment. The posting notes that these benefits apply to full-time employees.

Requirements

At least 3 years of clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant or receptionist.
Knowledge of veterinary industry tools and equipment.
Passion for working with animals and their owners.
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to obtain accurate and thorough medical histories and perform basic examination procedures.
Venipuncture skills, including cephalic, saphenous, and jugular draws.
Ability to perform digital radiology (X-ray), including positioning.
Laboratory skills, including using a microscope for ear and fecal cytology and working with an IDEXX in-house laboratory.
Excellent client communication and education skills.
Ability to work adaptably with current doctors and team members.

Nice To Haves

Comfort monitoring general anesthesia and providing surgical assistance.

Responsibilities

Room patients and obtain accurate, thorough medical histories.
Perform basic examination procedures.
Handle and restrain animals appropriately.
Perform venipuncture, including cephalic, saphenous, and jugular draws.
Perform digital radiology, including proper patient positioning.
Assist with surgery and monitor general anesthesia.
Perform laboratory work, including ear and fecal cytology using a microscope and the IDEXX in-house laboratory.
Communicate with and educate clients.
Work collaboratively with doctors and other team members.