Veterinary Assistant - Specialty Dentistry

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network•Mill Valley, CA

14h•$24 - $30

About The Position

Aggie Animal Dental Center (AADC), part of Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN), is seeking an experienced and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join its specialty dentistry team. AADC focuses on oral and maxillofacial health and provides routine dental cleanings and extractions, as well as advanced procedures such as root canals, jaw fracture repairs, metal crown placement, and oral oncologic surgery. The team also provides advanced dental care at the Oakland and San Francisco Zoos. Previous veterinary dentistry experience is not required; the role suits a compassionate, dependable, detail-oriented person who is eager to learn and grow in a specialty practice. The Veterinary Assistant supports dental and oral surgical procedures, anesthesia, patient monitoring and care, instrument processing, medical records, medication and prescription preparation, and client communication. The role also includes maintaining treatment and surgical areas and helping with front-office tasks as needed. The position offers a 4/10 work schedule, competitive wages, benefits, continuing education, uniforms, employee pet discounts, and opportunities to develop specialized dental skills within AOSN.

Requirements

Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital as a Veterinary Assistant or in a similar clinical support role.
Strong animal handling, restraint, and patient care skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
Strong communication and client service skills.
Positive, dependable, and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn.
Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, RVTs, and other support staff.
Adaptability and initiative in a fast-paced specialty environment.
Comfort working in a primarily electronic or near-paperless medical environment.
Passion for providing exceptional patient care.
Ability to lift approximately 40 pounds independently and safely assist with larger patients.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and move throughout an 8+ hour workday.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in veterinary surgery or dentistry.
Familiarity with anesthesia equipment, surgical preparation, and patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

Assist with dental and oral surgical procedures, including patient preparation and recovery.
Support anesthesia procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring supplies, and assisting the RVT and veterinarian.
Monitor patients under anesthesia as directed by the RVT or veterinarian and promptly communicate changes in patient status.
Prepare, clean, wrap, and sterilize dental and surgical instruments and equipment.
Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and surgical areas.
Provide compassionate care and monitoring to hospitalized patients.
Assist with patient assessments, obtain vital signs, and communicate observations to the clinical team.
Assist with patient treatments and procedures as directed by the RVT or veterinarian.
Maintain accurate electronic medical records and help document patient care.
Support prescription preparation and medication dispensing as directed and within the scope of the role.
Provide warm, professional client communication, including patient check-in and discharge support.
Assist with front-office responsibilities, including phones and scheduling, as needed.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support efficient daily hospital operations.

Benefits

Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Short-term disability
Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
401(k) with employer match
Continuing education opportunities
Uniforms
Employee pet discounts on services and medications
Opportunities to develop specialized dental skills and grow within AOSN
4/10 work schedule
Competitive wages