C.A.R.E.4Paws Careers
Join our team – make a pawsitive difference for pet families in need!
Are you interested in a career with C.A.R.E.4Paws? Founded in 2009 with the mission to prevent pet overpopulation and improve pet family welfare, we work directly in underserved communities in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo (SLO) counties to provide a range of resources that keep animals healthy and with the people who love them.
Job openings
Thank you for your interest in working with C.A.R.E.4Paws.
Mobile Clinic Data & Veterinary Assistant
Job description
Position overview
Key responsibilities
Data Entry, Medical Records & Administrative Support (Expanded Focus)
- Accurately enter and maintain patient records, surgical logs and monitoring sheets in clinic systems
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of all clinic documentation, including consent forms and treatment records
- Manage daily paperwork flow before, during and after clinic events
- Support data tracking for services provided, including spay/neuter, vaccines and medical cases
- Assist with compiling clinic metrics and reporting as needed
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client and patient information
Client Communication & Scheduling
- Provide compassionate, clear communication with clients during intake, discharge and follow-up
- Support clients with paperwork, instructions and general communication (preferred)
Check-In, Check-Out & Payments
- Support efficient clinic flow through organized check-in and discharge processes
- Verify client information and ensure all required forms are completed
- Collect and process payments accurately (cash and credit card)
- Provide clear post-operative instructions and answer client questions
Patient Care Support
- Safely handle and restrain animals during exams, intake and discharge
Clinic Operations & Logistics
- Assist with mobile clinic setup and breakdown, including unloading vans and organizing stations
- Help maintain clinic technology (laptops, tablets, payment systems) used for data entry and communication
- Support inventory tracking, restocking and supply organization
- Assist with vaccination clinics and community outreach events as needed
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with veterinary and administrative staff to ensure smooth clinic operations
- Communicate proactively about workflow challenges, data discrepancies or client concerns
- Contribute to a positive, respectful and mission-driven team environment
Qualifications
Required
- Strong attention to detail, especially in data entry and recordkeeping
- Comfortable using computers, databases and digital tools in a fast-paced setting
- Ability to multitask between clinical and administrative responsibilities
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Calm, efficient and adaptable under pressure
- Physically able to lift up to 60 lbs, stand for extended periods and safely restrain animals
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to rotating clinic locations
Preferred
- 1–2+ years experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinic, shelter or nonprofit setting
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
- Experience with scheduling systems, EMR/databases or high-volume clinic workflows
- Experience working in mobile or community medicine settings
Ideal Candidate Traits
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Proactive and solutions-driven
- Comfortable balancing clinical care with administrative precision
- Compassionate, patient and mission-aligned
- Dependable, punctual and accountable
- Strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
Why join us?
At C.A.R.E.4Paws, you will be part of a passionate, mission-driven team making a direct difference for thousands of pets and families each year. This role offers the chance to use your skills in a unique, mobile clinic setting while helping underserved communities access life-saving care.
Apply today by sending your cover letter and resume to julia@care4paws.org.
