Compassionate Veterinary Assistant | Growth & Benefits

PetVet Care Centers; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Team member discounts

Wellbeing resources

CE stipends

Relief fund

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ North Tollway Pet Hospital in Dallas, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, including restraint, patient care, and clerical work, ensuring compassionate service for all patients.

Open Monday through Saturday with a Saturday shift requirement; we emphasize a Culture of Care that supports team members and pets alike, offering local autonomy with national backing and a wide range of services and

Qualifications

• Experience with animals and restraint.
• Knowledge of vaccines and general animal health practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners, record basic vitals upon arrival.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with medications and patient restraint.
• Calm and soothe anxious patients.
• Perform lab tests and take radiographs as directed.
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment and monitoring devices.
• Fill prescriptions and document medications.
• Maintain clean and organized hospital areas.
• Care for overnight patients and ensure clean and groomed releases.
• Adhere to safety and wellness regulations.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Show up for work as scheduled, full-time presence required.
• Promote hospital products and services and assist the Doctor as needed.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient restraint

Medicine administration

Communication with clients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ North Tollway Pet Hospital in Dallas, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, including restraint, patient care, and clerical work, ensuring compassionate service for all patients.

Open Monday through Saturday with a Saturday shift requirement; we emphasize a Culture of Care that supports team members and pets alike, offering local autonomy with national backing and a wide range of services and