Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Caring for Pets

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to deliver high-quality patient care and exceptional client service in our Vetco Total Care hospital setting. You will assist veterinarians, manage patient records, and support front desk operations to ensure a smooth clinic flow.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient handling, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols. Prior veterinary exposure is preferred, with training provided on site to maintain the Petco standard of care.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1 year experience in veterinary practice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be compassionate and professional under stress
• Telephone and computer skills required
• Team player willing to learn and adapt

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, take vitals, record in EMR
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, surgery, dentistry, euthanasia
• Handle medications and maintain patient records
• Schedule appointments and provide client education
• Assist during anesthetic procedures and monitor patients
• Support training of new staff and maintain hospital cleanliness
• Provide front desk support as needed

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication skills

Team player

Empathy

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to deliver high-quality patient care and exceptional client service in our Vetco Total Care hospital setting. You will assist veterinarians, manage patient records, and support front desk operations to ensure a smooth clinic flow.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient handling, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols. Prior veterinary exposure is preferred, with training provided on site to maintain the Petco standard of care.