Mobile Clinic Data & Veterinary Assistant

Mobile Clinic Data & Veterinary Assistant Santa Maria, CA Job Details Full-time $25 - $28 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Conducting community outreach projects Record keeping Computer operation Direct patient care Spanish Customer communication Teamwork Patient flow optimization Non-profit experience Logistics management Animal shelter experience Sales transaction processing Workflow management (operations management method) Intake Maintaining patient confidentiality Handling customer inquiries Unloading Processing cash transactions Data reporting English Clinic experience Patient service Credit card payment processing Medical scheduling Administrative experience Medical administrative support EMR/EHR Data entry Logistics inventory management 1 year Patient charting Managing patient records Communication skills Veterinary assistant experience Entry level Animal restraint

Immunizations Full Job Description Job Title:

Mobile Clinic Data & Veterinary Assistant Location:

Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo Counties Schedule:

Full Time — Tuesday-Friday + 1st & 3rd

Sundays Compensation:

$25-$28 per hour (DOE) Position Overview C.A.R.E.4Paws seeks a highly organized and compassionate Mobile Clinic Data & Veterinary Assistant to support our high-volume spay/neuter and community medicine program. This role is a hybrid of clinical support and administrative/data management, with an increased emphasis on accurate recordkeeping, client communication and workflow coordination. The ideal candidate brings veterinary assistant skills along with a high level of comfort with data entry, scheduling systems and client-facing administrative work. This position plays a critical role in ensuring both quality patient care and accurate, timely documentation, helping our mobile clinics operate efficiently and effectively. This is a fast-paced, team-oriented position requiring flexibility, attention to detail and a commitment to serving underserved pet families across Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. Reliable transportation is required, as clinic locations rotate. Key Responsibilities Data Entry, Medical Records & Administrative Support (Expanded Focus) Accurately enter and maintain patient records, surgical logs and monitoring sheets in clinic systems Ensure completeness and accuracy of all clinic documentation, including consent forms and treatment records Manage daily paperwork flow before, during and after clinic events Support data tracking for services provided, including spay/neuter, vaccines and medical cases Assist with compiling clinic metrics and reporting as needed Maintain strict confidentiality of client and patient information Client Communication & Scheduling Provide compassionate, clear communication with clients during intake, discharge and follow-up Support clients with paperwork, instructions and general communication (preferred) Check-In, Check-Out & Payments Support efficient clinic flow through organized check-in and discharge processes Verify client information and ensure all required forms are completed Collect and process payments accurately (cash and credit card) Provide clear post-operative instructions and answer client questions Patient Care Support Safely handle and restrain animals during exams, intake and discharge Clinic Operations & Logistics Assist with mobile clinic setup and breakdown, including unloading vans and organizing stations Help maintain clinic technology (laptops, tablets, payment systems) used for data entry and communication Support inventory tracking, restocking and supply organization Assist with vaccination clinics and community outreach events as needed Team Collaboration Work closely with veterinary and administrative staff to ensure smooth clinic operations Communicate proactively about workflow challenges, data discrepancies or client concerns Contribute to a positive, respectful and mission-driven team environment Key Responsibilities (Qualifications) Required Strong attention to detail, especially in data entry and recordkeeping Comfortable using computers, databases and digital tools in a fast-paced setting Ability to multitask between clinical and administrative responsibilities Excellent communication and customer service skills Calm, efficient and adaptable under pressure Physically able to lift up to 60 lbs, stand for extended periods and safely restrain animals Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to rotating clinic locations Preferred 1-2+ years experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinic, shelter or nonprofit setting Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred Experience with scheduling systems, EMR/databases or high-volume clinic workflows Experience working in mobile or community medicine settings Ideal Candidate Traits Highly organized and detail-oriented Proactive and solutions-driven Comfortable balancing clinical care with administrative precision Compassionate, patient and mission-aligned Dependable, punctual and accountable Strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude

Pay:

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Santa Maria, CA 93454