Veterinary Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care and assist veterinarians and RVTs with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Prepare patients for surgeries and procedures, including surgical prep, equipment setup, and anesthesia monitoring
• Safely restrain patients and perform clinical tasks, including IV catheter placement and administering injections
• Monitor hospitalized patients and ensure their comfort, safety, and overall well-being
• Assist with radiology, laboratory diagnostics, and other in-house procedures as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical environment
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team to provide efficient, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital

About You

• Minimum 3 years Veterinary Assistant experience
• Strong communicator who demonstrates honesty, compassion, respect, and accountability
• Client-focused with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and collaborate with a large veterinary team
• Able to prioritize tasks and maintain a high standard of patient care in a busy hospital setting

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 Geary?

• Join a well-established veterinary hospital in Walnut Creek with a strong history of serving the local community
• Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with weekends off
• Work alongside a large, experienced team of veterinary professionals, creating opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow your skills
• Gain hands-on experience in a full-service general practice offering wellness care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and more
• Be part of a compassionate, client-focused team that values communication, honesty, respect, and accountability

Interested?
Let’s talk! We’re excited to grow our team and invest in the right person for the long term.

Veterinary Assistant

Geary Veterinary Hospital

Walnut Creek, CA | Full-time

$19-$28 per hour

Geary Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, community-focused practice in Walnut Creek, CA, founded in 1979 and dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care for pets and their families. Our collaborative team offers a wide range of veterinary services, from routine wellness visits to surgery and advanced medical care, in a fast-paced environment where there is always an opportunity to learn and grow. We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm