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Veterinary Assistant

Polk Street Animal Hospital • Full-time • San Francisco, California, United States • USD $25 - USD $30 / hour • 1w ago

Who we are::

Polk Street Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: $25 – $30 per hour
Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Polk Street Animal Hospital (PSAH) is located in the bustling Polk Gulch neighborhood on Polk St., between Washington and Jackson St. There is high demand for veterinary care in the surrounding neighborhoods, and our team strives to meet this demand with the highest quality of care.

We're seeking Veterinary Assistants with a passion for veterinary medicine, a commitment to excellent client care, and the ambition to become an integral part of our healthcare team.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love it Here

Consistent scheduling to foster a proper work-life balance
Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
Leadership that listens and invests in your development
Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
Excellent attention to detail
Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Contribute

Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
Attentive monitoring and recovery of surgical patients
Emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement
Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in-house lab work
Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player and would like to be part of an organization committed to leading San Francisco veterinary care, we look forward to you joining our team!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Polk Street Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.