Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic

AmeriVet•Berkeley, CA

23h•$22 - $28

About The Position

Campus Veterinary Clinic is a long-standing general practice hospital in Berkeley, California, with deep ties to the community. The clinic aims to provide compassionate, quality medical care, sound and honest choices for pets, personalized service for clients, and a friendly, professional work environment. The Veterinary Assistant will join a supportive team and contribute to patient care and client education. The clinic is hiring for either full-time or part-time work. Hourly pay starts at $22.00 and ranges to $28.00, depending on experience, education, and certifications. The position also offers a $250 sign-on bonus, continuing education support, uniform allowance, and professional license reimbursement. AmeriVet describes its people-focused approach as supporting team members’ growth, development, well-being, and success through resources, mentorship, career pathing, and opportunities to make an impact in the community. Benefits listed by AmeriVet apply to full-time employees.

Requirements

At least 3 years of clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant or receptionist.
Knowledge of 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.
Ability to perform basic examination procedures.
Skill in venipuncture, including cephalic, saphenous, and jugular draws.
Ability to perform digital radiology (X-rays), including positioning.
Laboratory skills, including use of a microscope for ear and fecal cytology and the IDEXX in-house laboratory.
Excellent client communication and education skills.
Ability to work well with current doctors and team members.

Nice To Haves

Comfort with monitoring general anesthesia and assisting with surgery.

Responsibilities

Room patients and obtain accurate, thorough medical histories.
Perform basic examination procedures.
Assist with surgery and monitor general anesthesia.
Perform venipuncture, including cephalic, saphenous, and jugular draws.
Perform digital radiology, including proper patient positioning.
Run in-house laboratory tests, including ear and fecal cytology using a microscope and the IDEXX in-house laboratory.
Handle and restrain animals properly.
Communicate with and educate clients about their pets’ care.
Work effectively with the clinic’s doctors and team members.