Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Posted on :
12-06-2025
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Monthly Salary
$ 20 - 23
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
12-06-2025
Job Description
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Position at San Diego Pet Hospital
Join Our Pack at San Diego Pet Hospital Were Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!
Do you love supporting veterinary teams and making a difference in pets lives every day Are you the go-to person for handling wriggly pups cleaning up with a smile and diving into procedures with a lets do this attitude San Diego Pet Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our incredible crew in Lemon Grove!
As a proud Thrive Pet Healthcare partner we offer the perfect blend: a small-practice family feel with the big-time support resources and benefits of a nationwide network.
Why Youll Love It Here:
- Deep roots in the community (serving pets since 1942!)
- A close-knit collaborative team that values growth laughter and high-quality care
- Ongoing training and support for your career goals
- A place where your work truly mattersevery single day
What Youll Be Doing:
- Assisting veterinarians and technicians with exams treatments and procedures
- Preparing and maintaining exam rooms surgical suites and equipment
- Restraining patients safely and compassionately
- Monitoring patients before during and after procedures
- Cleaning and sterilizing instruments and maintaining a clean organized work environment
- Supporting dental procedures by setting up equipment assisting during cleanings and managing post-op care
- Helping with client communication discharge instructions and patient handling
- Pitching in wherever neededbecause teamwork makes the dream work
What Were Looking For:
- At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary support role (VA TA or similar)
- Experience assisting with dental procedures is strongly preferred
- A calm confident animal handler with a strong work ethic and positive energy
- Detail-oriented dependable and proactive
- Able to lift at least 30 lbs bend squat and be on your feet for most of the day
- Comfortable with computers and veterinary software (we use Vetspire)
- Reliable availability during weekday business hours (were closed weekends and holidays!)
Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive pay starting at $20 to $23/hr (based on experience and credentials)
- Medical dental vision & life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mental health support through Lyra Health
- Paid parental leave Paw-ternity leave
- CE opportunities tuition assistance & scholarship programs
- Pet care discounts and wellness perks
- Nationwide mobility within the Thrive network
- And more!
About San Diego Pet Hospital:
We are a full-service general practice known for compassionate gold-standard care. From preventive wellness and diagnostics to soft tissue and orthopedic surgery our clinic is always evolving with upgraded technology and services. Our philosophy is simple: Veterinary Care from the Heart.
Ready to Thrive With Us
If you want a meaningful career where you can grow connect and help pets live their best lives we want to hear from you!
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