Veterinary Assistant — South Sacramento Pet Hospital

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant — South Sacramento Pet Hospital role is onsite in Sacramento, CA; compensation is not specified in the structured listing. The posting describes South Sacramento Pet Hospital as providing accessible, compassionate veterinary care to its community and emphasizes teamwork and patient outcomes. The assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care, examinations, procedures, and hospital operations. The role helps maintain a safe and humane environment for animals while supporting accurate records, equipment readiness, and communication with pet owners as directed by the veterinarian.

What you'll do

• Support examinations and procedures
• handle and restrain patients
• take vital signs, collect samples, and administer medications as directed
• maintain patient rooms and equipment
• document patient conditions and update records
• prepare and sanitize surgery and holding areas
• maintain inventory
• communicate patient status to owners as directed
• groom pets before release.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

south sacramento pet hospital

veterinary care

patient handling

surgery suite preparation

medical records

sacramento ca

petvet care centers

9:30 am–6:30 pm

day shift

full-time

pet care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• team member pet discounts
• Calm app and 24/7 EAP
• continuing education stipends
• career development resources
• hardship relief fund.

Why this role

Full-time day schedule listed as 9:30 AM–6:30 PM; applicants must be at least 18 years old.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.