A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
TruVet Specialty & Emergency Hospital is seeking an experienced and passionate Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Wellness & Urgent Care service. This is an exciting opportunity for an assistant who enjoys hands-on patient care, working closely with doctors and teammates, and providing an exceptional experience for both patients and clients. You will work alongside our Wellness & Urgent Care team to support preventive care, dentistry, diagnostic procedures, and urgent care cases. If you're looking for an opportunity to expand your skills and build a long-term career while working in a collaborative, privately owned hospital, we'd love to meet you. Why Work at TruVet TruVet is a privately owned specialty and emergency hospital serving Sonoma and Marin Counties. As we continue expanding our services, we remain committed to maintaining a collaborative, respectful culture where teamwork, communication, and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything we do. We believe outstanding medicine begins with exceptional people. Our hospital invests heavily in professional development through structured training, mentorship, and continuing education. We are passionate about helping our team members build long-term careers while fostering an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and empowered to grow.
Key responsibilities include:
Assisting the veterinarian with wellness appointments, urgent care cases, treatments, and procedures Providing safe and compassionate patient restraint and handling Assisting with venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, and laboratory procedures based on experience and training Preparing and running in-house laboratory samples Assisting with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures Preparing patients and equipment for procedures and dentistry Assisting with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery based on training and demonstrated competency Preparing medications and prescriptions as permitted and directed Providing client education and reinforcing veterinarian recommendations Maintaining clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and patient-care areas Supporting efficient patient flow throughout the department Qualifications Previous veterinary assistant experience required Experience in general practice, urgent care Strong patient handling and restraint skills Familiarity with veterinary terminology, medications, laboratory procedures, and basic patient care Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, dentistry, and anesthesia monitoring is highly desirable Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a busy clinical environment Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team Dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing excellent patient and client care Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our team members and encourage long-term professional growth.
Pay Range:
$20- $32/ hour (depending on results of assessment) Petaluma Life Petaluma offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and Northern California living. Conveniently located between San Francisco and the Sonoma Coast, you'll enjoy award-winning restaurants, nearby wine country, outdoor recreation, and easy access to both the coast and the Bay Area. Our Hospital Learn more about TruVet Specialty & Emergency Hospital and meet our team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTleFNdEkBM Join Our Team If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping build a new Wellness & Urgent Care service while leading an exceptional clinical team, we encourage you to apply. At TruVet, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our practice, mentor the next generation of veterinary professionals, and become part of a hospital that values collaboration, continuous learning, and outstanding patient care. Equal Opportunity Employer TruVet Specialty & Emergency Hospital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay:
$20.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance
