Veterinary Doctor Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners • Los Gatos, CA

7d • $28 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center is seeking an experienced Doctor Assistant to support our DVM team and help keep patient care moving efficiently throughout the day. This is a unique administrative and clinical support role for someone who enjoys organization, communication, and being at the center of a busy veterinary team. The Doctor Assistant serves as a central liaison between DVMs, clients, CSRs, and the clinical team, supporting up to three doctors per shift. While this role maintains Veterinary Assistant skills and may provide hands-on patient support when needed, the primary focus is coordinating communication, organizing priorities, and reducing the administrative burden on the DVM team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role, with experience in client service preferred
• Proficiency in basic veterinary terminology and patient care
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks throughout the day
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats
• Knowledge of common veterinary medications and basic drug calculations
• Excellent communication skills with DVMs, clients, CSRs, and the clinical team
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Ability to coordinate follow-up, track outstanding tasks, and ensure appropriate completion or handoff
• Comfortable providing client education, discussing treatment plans and discharge instructions, and demonstrating home care
• Ability to provide hands-on Veterinary Assistant support with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures when needed
• Dependable, collaborative, and committed to exceptional patient care and client service

Nice To Haves

• Candidates who hold a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit (VACSP) preferred
• Fear Free Certification or willingness to become certified

Responsibilities

• Reviewing DVM schedules and appointments and helping prioritize the day's workflow
• Monitoring doctor task lists, communications, and outstanding patient needs
• Coordinating client callbacks, follow-up, and communication with the veterinary team
• Providing client education and demonstrating home care instructions to help clients confidently care for their pets after visits
• Preparing same-day treatment estimates and supporting timely client communication
• Auditing medical records for completion and helping ensure documentation is up to date
• Coordinating communication between DVMs, CSRs, and the clinical team
• Tracking outstanding tasks and ensuring they are completed or appropriately handed off
• Providing hands-on Veterinary Assistant support when hospital needs require it
• Helping DVMs and clinical team members stay organized and focused on patient care

Benefits

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options and choice of UnitedHealthcare or Kaiser Permanente
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed