Compassionate Vet Assistant - Growth, Benefits & Impact

VCA Animal Hospitals; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Sandy Lake Animal Hospital in Coppell, TX is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This is a full-time position with 35-40 hours per week and a schedule of five days per week (closed Saturdays).

We offer competitive pay in the $18.00–$20.00/hr range, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career development while providing high-quality care to our patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to perform routine clinical tasks and assist with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with venipuncture and catheter placement.
• Support anesthesia monitoring and patient assessments.
• Prepare for and assist in surgeries and dental procedures.
• Perform radiology, lab work, and pharmacy-related tasks.
• Care for hospitalized patients and provide compassionate support.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

Physical examinations

Surgical preparation

Dentistry

Laboratory work

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Compassionate care

Job description

VCA Sandy Lake Animal Hospital in Coppell, TX is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This is a full-time position with 35-40 hours per week and a schedule of five days per week (closed Saturdays).

We offer competitive pay in the $18.00–$20.00/hr range, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career development while providing high-quality care to our patients and their families.