Compassionate Vet Assistant — Patient Care & Support

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Kaneohe (HI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Hawaii seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care hospital patients and deliver exceptional client care. You will help medical teams, maintain records, and ensure a welcoming, efficient practice environment.

Responsibilities include greeting clients, assisting doctors with procedures, restraining animals, collecting samples, and maintaining EMRs while keeping the hospital clean and safe for everyone.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.
• Preferred to have at least 1 year of experience in veterinary practice.
• Must have telephone and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients entering the hospital and escort them to an exam room.
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, surgeries, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Restrain patients, collect samples, dispense medications as directed, and document EMRs.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay results, and maintain records.
• Prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia, and discharge or transfer when needed.
• Perform in-hospital treatments and support the veterinary team as required.
• Support training for new staff and help keep the hospital clean and organized.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate

Team player

Telephone & computer skills

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Hawaii seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care hospital patients and deliver exceptional client care. You will help medical teams, maintain records, and ensure a welcoming, efficient practice environment.

Responsibilities include greeting clients, assisting doctors with procedures, restraining animals, collecting samples, and maintaining EMRs while keeping the hospital clean and safe for everyone.