PAIGE/JOBBANK

Veterinary Assistant

Woodland, CAPosted 31 Oct 2026Remotelocal_ats

<p data-start="35" data-end="223"> </p> <p data-start="35" data-end="223"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Woodland Veterinary Hospital</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Veterinary Assistant </strong>to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.</span></p> <p data-start="225" data-end="726"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skill set across patient care, client service, surgery, and procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.</span></p> <p data-start="728" data-end="782"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="728" data-end="782">In this position, you will take an active role in:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Room patients, obtain vital signs, collect patient histories, and assist with triage</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Collect blood and urine samples, administer vaccines, and perform treatments as directed</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assist with anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and surgical procedures</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Prepare and fill prescriptions and review medications and discharge instructions with clients</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Answer client questions and provide clear, compassionate communication</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maintain clean, organized treatment areas and support daily hospital operations</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Schedule and compensation:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Compensation: <strong>$22 - $28 </strong>per hour, for each hour worked</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This is a <strong><span class="marker">full-time </span></strong>position, with a <span class="marker"><strong>5/8</strong> </span>schedule and weekend availibility required</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Full-time Benefits Package*:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options and choice of UnitedHealthcare or Kaiser Permanente</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Life insurance and disability</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Employee Assistance Program</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">401k with company match</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="marker" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Personal pet discount</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="marker" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Uniform allowance</span></li> </ul> <p><span class="marker" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><em>*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Minimum qualifications and skill set:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="marker" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">3+ years of veterinary assistant experience is required</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in the following skills:</span> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Venipuncture, placing IV catheters and administering injections</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Dependable attendance and strong work ethic</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Why Choose Woodland Veterinary Hospital?</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Woodland Veterinary Hospital has been caring for pets and the people who love them for more than 50 years. What began as a small clinic in 1975 has grown into a trusted, full-service veterinary hospital serving Woodland and the surrounding communities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Today, our 11,000-square-foot campus is home to a collaborative team of 9 veterinarians and over 40 veterinary support professionals, all dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care. From wellness visits to urgent care and boarding, we’re proud to offer a wide range of services in one place, including access to advanced diagnostics and board-certified specialists.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">While we’ve grown over the years, our mission has stayed the same: to treat every pet like family and build lasting relationships with the clients we serve. We’re proud of our deep roots in the community and the legacy of care we continue to build every day.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">#LI-RX1</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.</p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$22</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$28 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.</p> <p><a href="https://westernvetpartners.com/candidate-privacy-policy/" target="_blank">Candidate Privacy Notice</a></p></div>

Source: local_ats. Description and metadata as published by the employer or its applicant tracking system on 2026-10-31. The apply link goes to the original source. Paige JobBank does not accept applications on the employer's behalf.