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.
RVT/ Experienced Veterinary Assistant Masson Veterinary Hospital San Bruno, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Animal hospital experience Surgery Veterinary assistant experience
Full Job Description Job Overview:
We are a one-doctor veterinary practice seeking a dedicated and compassionate RVT or Experienced Veterinary Assistant with leadership qualities to join our team. This is a full to part-time position for someone with at least 1-2 years of hands-on veterinary assistant experience who is passionate about animal care and thrives in a supportive, fast-paced environment.
Requirements:
2 years of previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or in a veterinary setting is required. RVT license (or eligibility) is a plus and strongly encouraged. Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to work flexible hours, including Saturdays. A genuine commitment to animal welfare and team collaboration. Spanish or Portuguese language skills are a plus.
Responsibilities:
Obtain patient history, observe and monitor animal behavior, and communicate findings to the veterinary team. Safely restrain animals and assist the veterinarian during examinations and treatments. Assist with diagnostic procedures, including radiographs, sample collection, and laboratory preparation. Administer vaccines, injections, and medications as directed by the veterinarian or licensed technician (RVTs may perform according to their license). Prepare patients for surgery, including pre-operative setup and patient handling. Assist in surgery and support anesthesia monitoring (RVTs will be utilized for anesthesia monitoring and advanced technical duties). Provide post-operative care, including monitoring recovery and ensuring patient comfort. Maintain accurate and detailed medical records. Assist with client communication, including discharge instructions and follow-ups. Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms, surgical areas, kennels, and equipment. Clean, sterilize, and properly maintain surgical instruments and medical tools. Educate clients on pet care, medications, nutrition, and post-treatment instructions (expanded role for RVTs). Support front desk operations as needed, including greeting clients, scheduling appointments, and processing check-outs. Responsibilities for Leadership Role (If Applicable) Lead and mentor veterinary assistants and support staff during daily operations. Coach staff on hospital protocols, patient care, and workflow efficiency. Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment. Lead by example by actively participating in daily opening, closing, and cleaning duties while ensuring tasks are completed. Maintain expiration dates of all injectables of treatment rooms Maintain equipment such as anesthesia machines, analyzers, etc. Collaborate with the Medical Director and Practice Manager to implement medical protocols and support the clinical team. Assist with performance feedback and ongoing staff development.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications , with additional consideration given to licensed RVTs and leadership roles.
Benefits include:
Employee discounts on veterinary services and products Scrub/uniform allowance Healthcare stipend provided in lieu of traditional medical benefits (full-time only) Flexible Scheduling Oppurtunities for
CE Credits Pay:
From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Continuing education credits Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Uniform allowance
