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Lead Veterinary Assistant

AmeriVet


Job Location:

San Rafael, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 22 - 28
Posted: 4 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Animal Medical Center San Rafaelis currently looking to hire an experienced Lead Veterinary Assistant to 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.

The hourly pay range for this position starts at $22.00 - $28.00 per hour; this varies depending on experience education certifications and location.

  • Additional $250.00 sign-on bonus!

  • Continuing Education (CE) support

  • Annual Uniform allowance

  • Professional License reimbursement

  • Flexible scheduling - 8 hour shift length (Monday - Saturday)

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

Animal Medical Center San Rafaelaims 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! Our 2-doctor established practice is a high-performing team of registered veterinary technicians veterinary assistants and client service team members. We are looking to add an adaptable efficient VA to our team!

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

Lets talk about your next opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Josh) at anytime.

Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers Page

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


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At AmeriVet, we collaborate and become true veterinary partners with practice owners by supporting the business side of your practice.

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