Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — In-Hospital Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Petco Total Rewards

Health benefits & Wellness programs

401K and PTO

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will support doctors, assist with exams, surgeries, dentistry, and anesthesia, and provide compassionate client service.

This role emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, patient care, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical setting. Preferred to have at least 1 year of veterinary experience, with excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and professional demeanor under stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, escort to exam room, record weight and vital signs in EMR.
• Assist doctors with routine and emergency appointments, surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia.
• Perform patient restraint, collect samples, dispense medications as directed by veterinarian.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and maintain records.
• Prepare patients for surgical/dental procedures and assist with anesthesia and recovery.
• Under supervision, perform in-hospital treatments and monitor vital parameters.
• Assist in training of new staff and maintain a clean hospital environment.
• Provide backup front desk support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

EMR system

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will support doctors, assist with exams, surgeries, dentistry, and anesthesia, and provide compassionate client service.

This role emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, patient care, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical setting. Preferred to have at least 1 year of veterinary experience, with excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor.