Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Full‑Time Hospital

Petco; Utah; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco’s Vetco Total Care hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to deliver high-quality medical care and outstanding client service. You’ll greet clients and pets, record vital signs, and help with exams, surgeries, dentistry, and anesthesia under supervision.

You’ll support the team with medications, EMR updates, and patient care, ensuring a smooth, compassionate experience for families. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and feasibility in a busy hospital setting, with full-time,

Qualifications

• 1 year veterinary practice experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vital signs, and document in EMR.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry and euthanasia.
• Restrain patients, process lab samples, handle medications, and maintain EMR.
• Schedule appointments, provide client education, and relay test results.

Skills

Communication

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Team player

Job description

Petco’s Vetco Total Care hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to deliver high-quality medical care and outstanding client service. You’ll greet clients and pets, record vital signs, and help with exams, surgeries, dentistry, and anesthesia under supervision.

You’ll support the team with medications, EMR updates, and patient care, ensuring a smooth, compassionate experience for families. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and feasibility in a busy hospital setting, with full-time,