Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Irvington Pet Hospital

Fremont, CA | Full-time

$23-$25 per hour

Are you looking for a role where you can grow your skills, be part of a supportive and fun team, and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families? We're looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our hospital!

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, energetic clinic where you'll be involved in everything from patient care to client education and even support with urgent and complex cases that go beyond the average GP practice.

We are an AAHA-accredited VetnCare hospital dedicated to high-quality patient care and client service. Our team takes pride in tackling challenging cases, working together, and creating a welcoming environment for both clients and colleagues.

Schedule

• 5x8s, Monday-Thursday and Saturday - 8am-5pm

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain thorough medical histories from pet owners
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and assist veterinarians during examinations
• Provide routine patient care, administer vaccines, and safely restrain patients for exams and treatments
• Collect laboratory samples, perform blood draws, run in-house laboratory diagnostics, and prepare samples for outside laboratories
• Educate clients on medications, preventive care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure timely documentation of patient care
• Clean, stock, and organize exam rooms and treatment areas to support daily hospital operations
• Support a variable caseload depending on seasonal demand while maintaining efficient workflow
• Assist with scheduling, client check-in/check-out, answering phones, and other duties as assigned

About You

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred, with moderate hands-on experience strongly valued.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to connect warmly with clients and confidently de-escalate challenging situations.
• Dependable, proactive, and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a busy, hands-on hospital setting.
• Eager to learn, develop new skills, and take advantage of training and continuing education opportunities.

Benefits

• Shared impact bonus resulting from hospital profitability
• 50% discounts on care for all teammate pets *exclusions apply + free clinical exams
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• $1,000 annual CE allowance to invest in your professional growth
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones.
• Company provided access to Calm app and Talkspace therapy services
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies
• Annual event to celebrate and recognize our wonderful teams

Why Join Irvington?

• Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience with advanced and urgent cases that expand your skills beyond a traditional GP setting.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside 2 DVMs, 1 RVT, 5 VAs, and 1 CSR in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
• Positive Culture: Join a fun, energetic, and caring team where collaboration, humor, and professional growth are valued.
• Make an Impact: Be part of a hospital where every team member is valued and plays an important role in patient care.

If you're ready to join a supportive team where your role truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.