Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Clinic Support & Care

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and their owners. You will provide exceptional medical care, assist veterinarians, and maintain clear client communication.

The role emphasizes accuracy in EMR documentation, gentle handling of patients, and teamwork to ensure a smooth hospital workflow. A compassionate, customer-focused mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and able to maintain professional demeanor during stressful situations.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, escort to exam room, obtain vitals, and record in EMR.
• Assist doctors with routine and emergency procedures, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Perform patient restraint, collect samples, handle and dispense medications per veterinarian instructions.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and update records.
• Prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia, and discharge planning.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Compassionate

Telephone & computer skills

Willing to learn

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and their owners. You will provide exceptional medical care, assist veterinarians, and maintain clear client communication.

The role emphasizes accuracy in EMR documentation, gentle handling of patients, and teamwork to ensure a smooth hospital workflow. A compassionate, customer-focused mindset is essential for success.