Veterinary Assistant

**Veterinary Assistant**

[ Sun Valley Pet Hospital](https://sunvalleypethospital.com/)

**Pleasant Hill, CA |** Full-time

__$22-$26 per hour__

Looking for a dynamic general practice where you can make an impact, grow your skills, and work with a passionate, supportive team? Sun Valley Pet Hospital is looking for a **Veterinary Assistant** to join our busy, community-focused hospital. At Sun Valley Pet Hospital, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our loyal client base. Our practice is known for excellent customer service, strong communication, and teamwork at every level.

**Schedule**

• 8am-6pm - Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

**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**

• Minimum **1–2 years' Veterinary Assistant experience**
• Strong communicator with a warm, client-focused approach
• Detail-oriented, team-minded, and comfortable working in a fast-paced general practice environment

**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%
• 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 Sun Valley?**

• Join a supportive, team-focused culture where everyone has each other’s back and shares knowledge across all levels of experience.
• Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment built on respect, communication, and lasting professional relationships.
• Be part of a fast-paced, high-volume practice that’s ideal for VAs who enjoy staying busy and engaged.
• Build meaningful connections with clients and their pets in a community-focused practice centered on trust and long-term relationships.
• Enjoy flexible scheduling with a hospital that is open 7 days a week and closed for holidays.
• Be part of a team that makes time for fun, from shared meals and team lunches to exploring local restaurants together.
• Work in a welcoming neighborhood with plenty of great restaurants, brunch spots, and local charm.

**Interested?**

Let’s talk! Whether you're actively looking or just curious, reach out for a confidential chat. We’re excited to grow our team and invest in the right person for the long term.