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Veterinary Assistant for Surgery Department

San Francisco Animal Medical Center
San Francisco, CA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2027

San Francisco Animal Medical Center is looking for an veterinary assistant for our Surgery department. We are passionate about providing excellent care and high standard of medicine to our clients and patients, as well as a positive and supportive work environment to our staff.

Strong applicants will be proficient in the following skills:
- Animal restraint and handling
- Venipuncture and IVC placement
-Surgical/aseptic prep
- Surgical Scrub-in
- Assist with appoitments & diagnostics (radiographs, CT, lab-work)

Candidate must also be able to stand for long periods, crouch, and lift up to 40 pounds.

About us:

San Francisco Animal Medical Center (SFAMC) is a fast-growing Primary, Emergency and Specialty practice in the heart of San Francisco. We are led and owned by a partnership of doctors, noted specialists, and technicians who call the Bay Area their home.

We provide a full range of veterinary care under one roof. Our skilled doctors work together as a team to provide the most comprehensive and highest quality care in veterinary medicine. From wellness and primary care to complex specialty cases, we are here for clients and their companions.

SFAMC’s partners and doctors are some of the country's most renowned and skilled board-certified veterinary specialists. We are looking for a team of technicians and assistants to embark with us in providing excellence in veterinary care.

At SF AMC we strive for a positive work environment with an emphasis on open communication, staff support, and opportunities to learn. Together we can build an inclusive environment that supports the needs of our working community and our growing, fast-paced hospital.

Job Type: Full-time, Part-Time

Schedule Options: AWW- 3 twelve hours shifts or 4 ten hour shifts

Hourly Rate: $28 - $35 per hour

Benefits: We offer medical & dental benefits, 401(k), PTO, scrubs, pretax commuter benefits, parking reimbursement, & CE stipend.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to work one of the schedule options provided?

Experience:

  • Veterinary medicine: 3 years (Required)
  • Emergency department/hospital veterinary: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $35

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