Ellison Drive Animal Hospital has been caring for the pets and families of San Antonio, TX, for more than 20 years. We’re proud to provide comprehensive veterinary care in a welcoming environment where pets receive compassionate, personalized attention from a team that genuinely cares about what they do.
As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our veterinarians and veterinary technicians while helping create a positive experience for both our patients and their families. Our hospital provides a variety of veterinary services, including wellness and routine care, surgery, grooming, and boarding, giving you the opportunity to build and expand your veterinary skills in a diverse setting.
As part of our veterinary team, your day may include:
No two days are exactly alike in veterinary medicine, and this role is a great fit for someone who enjoys staying active, learning new skills, and working closely with a collaborative team.
We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working with both people and pets. Previous veterinary experience is preferred, with at least one year of experience being a plus.
The ideal candidate is:
Whether you’re looking to become a master of your current role or hoping to take the next step in your veterinary career, we want to support your growth. You’ll have access to a variety of virtual and hands-on training opportunities designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your veterinary knowledge, and continue developing your skills.
Working in veterinary medicine can be rewarding, but it can also be physically and emotionally demanding. This position requires the ability to work around unpleasant odors and noises and may involve exposure to animal bites, scratches, waste, and potentially contagious diseases.
If you’re ready to join a supportive veterinary team that values compassion, teamwork, professional growth, and exceptional patient care, Ellison Drive Animal Hospital would love to meet you. Apply today and help us continue making a difference for the pets and families of San Antonio!
*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community.
When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.
Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way.
Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.
