Veterinary Assistant

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant role is onsite in Concord, CA, with compensation of $20–$28 per hour. The position supports veterinarians and technicians at Alpine Veterinary Hospital and helps provide a positive experience for clients and animal patients. The assistant helps maintain efficient exam-room flow and supports appointments, treatments, and basic procedures. Through patient care, safe handling, room upkeep, and clear client communication, the role contributes to organized hospital operations and compassionate veterinary care.

What you'll do

• Room clients and obtain patient histories
• assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments and treatments
• safely and compassionately restrain pets
• maintain clean, stocked exam rooms
• assist with patient care, treatments, and basic procedures
• help maintain hospital cleanliness and organization
• communicate with clients and team members
• support hospital flow and patient experience.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

veterinary care

animal patient care

exam room support

patient histories

pet handling

client service

concord ca

alpine veterinary hospital

$20–$28 per hour

hands-on learning

employee pet-care discounts

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee pet-care discounts
• hands-on learning and growth opportunity
• supportive, team-oriented environment.

Why this role

Veterinary experience is preferred, but the posting is willing to train the right candidate; employee pet-care discounts are offered.

About the employer

Alpine Veterinary Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.