Veterinary Assistant

Arcata Animal Hospital
Arcata, CA

Are you looking for a career where you can make a positive difference in the lives of people and their beloved pet companions? A career where you can be part of a great team that is committed to being the best they can be to help pets and their people? A career where you have the opportunity to learn, to grow and continually improve your medical skills? If you are a dynamic, positive person who loves learning, growing, problem solving, is resilient and is not afraid of challenges, we would love to have you joint our team at Arcata Animal Hospital !

We are currently looking for Veterinary Assistants to join our dedicated nursing team. Ideally, we are looking for Veterinary Assistants that are interested in advancing through our training tiers and ultimately pursuing a career as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. Experience is a definite plus, but we are definitely interested in candidates that although they may not have much experience yet, they do have a deep love for animals, honor the special bond shared between pets and people and have a burning desire to make a difference in the world.

A Brief Description of this Position:

  • As a Veterinary Assistant, this position entails several important aspects including patient care and treatment, client service, and hospital cleanliness.
  • Essential duties of the position include: assisting Registered Veterinary Nurses and Veterinarians with examinations and procedures, patient restraint, medical record management, and various aspects of hospital sanitation.

This position is full-time. Hours can include weekdays, evenings, and rotating weekends (Saturdays and Sundays).
The position starts at $18/hour for candidates who are new to the field, with room for increases in pay based on training, skill development, and completing task lists for each tier. Tier II assistants can earn from $16-18, and Tier III assistants can earn between $18-23.
Please attach your resume and send it to [email protected]

For more information about Arcata Animal Hospital visit us at .
We offer options for medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and discounted services for your personal pet(s). There is also an option to enroll in an employer-matched retirement plan. Please inquire for more details.

Posted 2026-01-12

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