Veterinary Assistant
San Francisco, CA Posted recently
- $25.00 to $30.00 per hour
- 8 hour shifts
- GP
Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, Paid time off, Pet care discount
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About this job
📍 San Francisco, CA
💰 $25–$30/hour DOE + great benefits
Seven Hills Veterinary Hospital is one of San Francisco’s premier animal care facilities, proudly serving pets and their families with top-tier medical, surgical, and dental care. Nestled in the vibrant Portola neighborhood, we’re known for our warm, personalized approach to veterinary medicine—and we’re looking for a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
About Us:
Our hospital is fully equipped with advanced diagnostics and offers everything from wellness exams to emergency services. But what truly sets us apart is our dedicated team of animal lovers who treat each pet like their own. We believe in the power of strong client relationships and tailored care for every furry friend that walks through our doors.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be a vital part of our team, helping ensure that every client and patient receives the exceptional care they deserve. Your responsibilities will include:
- Welcoming and registering clients and patients
- Scheduling appointments and maintaining accurate medical records
- Assisting during exams and procedures
- Observing and reporting on patient behavior and condition
- Supporting lab test setups and managing patient files
- Feeding, walking, and monitoring patients
- Taking vital signs and prepping for treatment
- Keeping the facility clean, organized, and well-stocked
- 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine
- Comfortable with IV catheter placement and phlebotomy
- Comfortable with anesthesia
- High school diploma or GED (required)
- Customer service experience + basic Microsoft Office skills
- Preferred: Veterinary Assistant diploma or program completion
- Comfort with basic restraint techniques for dogs and cats
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically active work
- Ability to work 5 days per week (8 hour shifts) with weekend availability
We’re proud to offer a supportive, team-first environment that values your growth and well-being. Here’s a peek at the perks:
- Competitive hourly pay: $25-30/hr DOE
- Paid short-term disability + complimentary $25K life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Multiple medical plan options (Kaiser & UMR)
- Dental insurance (100% premium option available)
- Vision insurance, FSA & HSA options
- Fertility & family-building support (Progyny – up to $10,000!)
- LGBTQIA+ inclusive care through FOLX (for UMR enrollees)
- Access to Headspace & mental health resources
- Sword digital physical therapy program
- DailyPay (get paid when you need it!)
- Generous PTO policy, including sick, personal, and vacation days
- Employee pet care discounts
- Referral bonuses
Ready to make tails wag? Apply today and join our pack!
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Listed pay $25.00 to $30.00 per hour ($52,000 to $62,400 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 24% above the California median of $22.24 an hour for veterinary assistants. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet assistant pay guide
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