Veterinary Assistant

At Douglas Blvd Vet Clinic, we're a seven-doctor small animal practice in Roseville, CA, dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care while fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. We're proud of our reputation for high-quality medicine, outstanding client service, and professional growth.

About the role

We're looking for a Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about patient care, client service, and collaboration. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a team-oriented environment, takes pride in making a difference for pets and their families, and is committed to continuous learning and growth. If you're searching for a practice where your contributions are recognized, your development is encouraged, and your coworkers genuinely enjoy working together, you may have just found your professional home.

Why our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• A team that has your back, with collaboration and mutual respect at the center
• A workplace where your individuality, ideas, and contributions are valued
• Leaders who listen and recognize the difference you make every day
• A culture that celebrates birthdays, work anniversaries, personal milestones, and everyday wins
• Predictable scheduling with respect for your time inside and outside of work
• No nights or holidays
• Real lunch breaks because taking care of yourself matters too
• Mentorship and hands-on training to help you build confidence and strengthen your skills
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• A diverse caseload and high standards of patient care
• Fear Free® and low-stress handling approaches that support a positive experience for patients, clients, and team members

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality care from patient intake through discharge
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and safety
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and diagnostic sample collection based on experience and training
• Obtain high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Utilize Fear Free® and low-stress handling techniques to promote patient comfort and safety
• Obtain thorough patient histories and communicate relevant information to the medical team
• Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence regarding patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive healthcare
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready for patients
• Follow hospital infection-control and safety protocols
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to keep the hospital running smoothly

Requirements

• Previous veterinary assistant or veterinary clinical experience
• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint skills
• Knowledge of preventive care, vaccines, and patient wellness
• Experience with venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Experience obtaining quality radiographs and assisting with diagnostic imaging
• Understanding of medication administration and basic veterinary pharmacology
• Ability to obtain thorough patient histories and recognize concerns that should be brought to the medical team's attention
• Professional and compassionate communication with clients and teammates
• Confidence educating clients about treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care
• Strong documentation skills and attention to accurate medical records
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment
• A collaborative, team-first mindset and willingness to jump in wherever needed
• A positive attitude, reliability, and adaptability
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development
• A genuine passion for high-quality veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care

Professional Growth & Recognition

At Douglas Blvd Vet Clinic, professional growth isn't something we simply talk about. We want you to keep learning, asking questions, building confidence, and expanding the skills that make you an exceptional veterinary professional. You'll work alongside a team that believes questions should be welcomed, knowledge should be shared, and challenges shouldn't be faced alone. Your contributions matter, your ideas deserve to be heard, and your life outside the hospital matters too.

Pay

$18 - $22 per hour

Schedule

Full-time, 4 days per week

Benefits

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program