About the role
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.