Lead Veterinary Assistant
Berkeley, CA - USA
Job Summary
Lead Veterinary Assistant - Campus Veterinary Clinic!
Come join an amazing team!
Berkeley California
Campus Veterinary Clinicis a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community located in beautiful Berkeley California. Our goal is to provide compassionate and quality medicine while striving to make an impact in our community and treat our patients/clients like family.
Who Were Looking For:
We are currently looking to hire eitherfull-time or part-time Lead Veterinary Assistantsto join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used drawing blood and running bloodwork knowledge of x-rays and proper positioning experience with proper animal handling and restraint understanding the importance of client education and being a positive and motivating team member.
Campus Veterinary Clinicaims to provide owners with sound honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best-personalized service possible and to create a friendly professional work environment for our awesome staff!
The hourly pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00 this varies depending on experience education certifications and location.
Who You Are:
3 years clinical experience as a veterinary assistant or receptionist
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Passion for working with animals and their owners
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
Perform basic exam procedures
Skilled in venipuncture (cephalic saphenous and jugular)
Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
Comfortable with monitoring general anesthesia and surgical assistance preferred
Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX in-house laboratory
Excellent client communication/education
Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members
What Makes Us Different
Referral program join our team bring your friends and get paid!
Career development and advancement opportunities.
CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!
Learn more about us at: or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business
At AmeriVet were committed to your growth development well-being and success. We empower team members with the resources support and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.
Heres what you can expect when you join our team:
Tailored development programs mentorship and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
Competitive pay performance bonuses 401(k) matching and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
Health dental vision life insurance and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
Generous paid time off and holidays because your personal time matters.
A supportive collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.
At AmeriVet your unique skills and passion are celebrated and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
At AmeriVet, we collaborate and become true veterinary partners with practice owners by supporting the business side of your practice.