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AmeriVet

Lead Veterinary Assistant

San Rafael, CA

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Seniority
Lead / management
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
3 Oct 2026

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the posting

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is currently looking to hire an experienced Lead Veterinary Assistant to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun, supportive team.

The hourly pay range for this position starts at $22.00 - $28.00 per hour; this varies depending on experience, education, certifications, and location.

Additional $250.00 sign-on bonus!

Continuing Education (CE) support

Annual Uniform allowance

Professional License reimbursement

Flexible scheduling - 8 hour shift length (Monday - Saturday)

Who You Are:

  • 3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary assistant or receptionist
  • 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
  • Skilled in venipuncture (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
  • Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
  • Comfortable with monitoring general anesthesia and surgical assistance preferred
  • Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX in-house laboratory
  • Excellent client communication/education
  • Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members

​ Animal Medical Center San Rafael aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff! Our 2-doctor established practice is a high-performing team of registered veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants and client service team members. We are looking to add an adaptable, efficient VA to our team!

What Makes Us Different

Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!

Career development and advancement opportunities.

CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

Learn more about us at: http://www.sanrafaelvet.com/ or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business

Let’s talk about your next opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Josh) at joshua.jones@amerivet.com anytime.

Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers Page

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.

Original posting on AmeriVet's site ↗

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