Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Learn & Grow in Clinic

NVA General Practice; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Employee Pet Discount

Continuing Education Opportunities

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Gap Insurance

ClassPass Membership Options

Cell Phone Discounts

Travel & Adventure Discounts

Job summary

Kings Row Pet Hospital in Reno, Nevada, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant who will support doctors and LVTs, help with exams, treatments, and patient handling, and assist with client communication. We value compassion, eagerness to learn, and teamwork.

You’ll work with our four-doctor team to develop hands-on skills and contribute to a calm, Fear Free environment while growing with the hospital. Monday–Friday schedule, no late nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for veterinary medicine and patient care.
• Compassionate and patient with animals.
• Desire to continue developing veterinary knowledge and skills.
• Open to learning, feedback, and asking questions.
• Good communication with teammates and clients.
• Organized and focused in a busy environment.
• Initiative to help and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians and LVTs with patient care.
• Preparing exam and treatment areas.
• Safe, compassionate patient handling and restraint.
• Obtaining accurate patient histories.
• Supporting appointments and procedures.
• Preparing patients and supplies for treatments and surgery.
• Assisting with diagnostic procedures as appropriate.
• Caring for hospitalized and recovering patients.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital.
• Communicating observations and patient needs to the medical team.
• Educating and communicating with clients within your role.
• Helping the team maintain an efficient flow throughout the day.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Client communication

Team player

Willing to learn

Tools

Basic veterinary software

Job description

Kings Row Pet Hospital in Reno, Nevada, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant who will support doctors and LVTs, help with exams, treatments, and patient handling, and assist with client communication. We value compassion, eagerness to learn, and teamwork.

You’ll work with our four-doctor team to develop hands-on skills and contribute to a calm, Fear Free environment while growing with the hospital. Monday–Friday schedule, no late nights or weekends.