Veterinary Assistant

Animal Care Clinic, in El Cajon, California, is currently looking to hire experienced Veterinary Assistants to join our team! Our ideal candidates will have open availability, excellent time management skills, and be able to work well in a team. We have added additional doctors to our already busy, full-service veterinary hospital and are expanding our service hours into the evening and Saturday.     

Full-time and Part-time Opportunities available!!

• Salary: $20 - 25 per hour, depending on experience, certifications, education, and licensure.
• Schedule: Variable, 6 to 8-hour shifts, Monday- Friday, rotating Saturdays.  Closed on Sunday and major holidays.
• Location: 2650 Jamacha Rd #159, El Cajon, CA 92019

What Our Clients are Saying:

“The doctor & staff were very caring & professional. My cats’ dental cleaning went great & I was given excellent guidance on how to brush their teeth.” Ebbie C.

“We have always been treated with respect and friendliness at Animal Care Clinic. All the vets and staff have been super friendly and knowledgeable about our pets.” Judy K.

Voted “Best in San Diego for Veterinarian” 2025

Who you are:

• 2+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
• Perform basic exam procedures, vitals
• Skilled in venipuncture/blood draws (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
• Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
• Comfortable with monitoring general anesthesia and surgical assisting, post-operative care and recovery
• Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); in-house laboratory equipment
• Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members
• Excellent client communication/education

Learn more about us at: https://www.animalcareclinicsandiego.com/ or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business #LI-RT1

Benefits We Offer

Your well-being matters to us. AmeriVet appreciates the level of dedication it takes to provide care and quality to the communities you serve, and as a reflection, we offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you.

• Pet care discounts for your pets

• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Over 200+ locations all over the US to choose between with AmeriVet partnering practices
• A great place to work with motivated and well-trained staff
• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• AmeriVet partnering practices are rapidly growing and expanding, adding more perks and inclusion for hospitals and professionals in the industry!

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.

• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. 

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.