Experienced Veterinary Assistant
- Pay
- $20 – $24 per hour
- Location
- San Marcos, CA
- Listed
- 6 days ago
Job duties include, but are not limited to
Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
- Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
- Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications & Requirements
We're looking for
- Minimum of 1 year of veterinary assistant experience preferred.
- Saturday shifts are required for this position.
- Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, and processing laboratory tests.
- Confident and safe animal handling and restraint skills.
- Compassionate, positive, and team-oriented attitude.
- Strong communication and client service skills.
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a dynamic environment.
- Comfortable adapting quickly as case flow and patient needs change throughout the shift.
- Motivated self-starter with a desire to continue growing knowledge and clinical skills.
Our hours of operation are
- Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Closed on Sundays
To learn more about us,
Pay Range
$20 - $24/hr depending on level of experience
We offer our staff
- Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
- Paid Bereavement Program
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
- Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
- *Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
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About the Company
At East & West Animal Hospital, we combine the best of Eastern and Western veterinary medicine to provide compassionate, whole-pet care in a collaborative and supportive environment. From urgent care to holistic therapies, our team focuses on treating the root cause of illness while also supporting each patient's physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Our team is passionate about building meaningful relationships with clients and empowering pet owners through education and collaboration. We're looking for a Veterinary Assistant who is eager to grow, loves client education, and is passionate about delivering high-quality, personalized care. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a team that values empathy, teamwork, and innovative medicine, we'd love to meet you!
From Alliance Animal Health's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 4, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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