Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Tama Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Assistant

We are looking to add a full-time Veterinary Assistant/Technician to our team. All positions are required to be available weekends and holidays as we are open every day of the year!...

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Veterinary Assistant - San Jose Brokaw

  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties....

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Veterinary Assistant

  • VCA Animal Hospital
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The skills that you will be learning or utilizing include, but are not limited to: Anesthesia monitoring Surgical preparation and assisting Patient assessment Radiology Laboratory work Venipuncture...

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Veterinary Assistant

  • National Veterinary Associates
  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required...

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Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago

experience Required Skills: Venipunctures, IM/SQ/IV injections, Cat/Dog Restraint, IV Catheter placements, Vaccines, Surgery prep/Anesthesia monitoring is preferred but not required, X-rays, Animal...

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Veterinary Assistant

  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties....

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Emergency Veterinary Assistant - San Jose, CA

  • Veterinary Emergency Group
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Veterinary Assistants can additionally (where permitted by law): Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels...

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Animal Care Assistant II (Wednesday - Sunday)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago

addition to the qualifications described for the Animal Care Assistant I level the Animal Care Assistant IIs should have: Familiarity with NIH guidelines, Stanford animal care and use policies, and...

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Vetco Veterinary Assistant ND

  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Union City, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Union City, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 24 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant will assist the Veterinarian so the services can be administered and thank the pet parent for protecting their pet!...

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Veterinary Assistant

  • Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 25 days ago

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care....

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Veterinary Assistant, Physical Therapy

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Campbell, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 29 days ago

assistant experience Entry level Patient observation Under 1 year Time management Physical therapy Full Job Description Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Physical Therapy Compensation: $25-33 (Depending...

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Veterinary Clinic Assistant

  • petIQ
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

California passed a law (Senate Bill (SB) 669) allowing a registered veterinary technician (RVT) to provide preventative care services under the indirect supervision of a veterinarian. While the...

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Veterinary Assistant

  • Humane Society Silicon Valley
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Adhere to HSSV's safety, disinfection, and animal care protocols....

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Veterinary Assistant

  • PetVet Care Centers
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Overview : The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients...

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Experienced Veterinary Assistant

  • VCA Animal Hospital
  • San Carlos, CA (7 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (7 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant (VA) with a minimum of 1 year experience to join our team....

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Demographic Data for Palo Alto, CA

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Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.7%
High School or GED
25.7%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in Palo Alto, CA
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%