Part-time Veterinary Assistant

Hayward Animal Clinic

Hayward, CA, United States
Base: $20 - $26 ph depending on experience; bonus/...
Part-time, hybrid (2-3 shifts per week, monday-friday, saturday coverage required)
3+ years clinical veterinary assistant experience
Venipuncture skills (cephalic, saphenous, jugular)
Digital radiology positioning and x-ray
Hayward Animal Clinic is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant with experience in patient handling, laboratory skills, and surgical assistance. The ideal candidate will be a dependable team player with a passion for animal care, ready to work flexible hours, including Saturdays

Job Summary

  • The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of clinical experience as a veterinary assistant with strong technical skills.
  • The role requires performing basic exam procedures, accurate medical histories, and skilled venipuncture on various veins.
  • Employees benefit from career development opportunities, CE programs at no cost, and a supportive collaborative work environment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Hayward Animal Clinic is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant with experience in patient handling, laboratory skills, and surgical assistance. The ideal candidate will be a dependable team player with a passion for animal care, ready to work flexible hours, including Saturdays.

Salary

Base: $20 - $26 per hour depending on experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching (full-time only), paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years clinical veterinary assistant experience
  • Venipuncture skills (cephalic, saphenous, jugular)
  • Digital radiology positioning and X-ray
  • Proper animal handling and restraint techniques
  • Surgical assisting and anesthesia monitoring
  • In-house laboratory microscopy and cytology

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for working with pets and owners
  • Positive, inclusive, and motivating team member
  • Excellent client communication and education skills
  • Adaptable to flexible open availability schedules
  • Team player in a supportive environment

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary assistant
  • Skilled in cephalic, saphenous, and jugular venipuncture
  • Ability to perform digital radiology including positioning
  • Experience with IDEXX in-house laboratory procedures

Work Rights

Not specified

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