Compassionate Veterinary Assistant (Part-Time)

PetsVet Animal Hospital; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package: Up to $500

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Petsvet Animal Hospital in Surprise, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This versatile role involves patient care, client service, and outpatient procedures within a fast-paced environment.

The position requires 1+ year of veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and the ability to work Monday-Friday as part-time.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and vital signs is preferred.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Professional communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and maintain reliability.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam rooms, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients.
• Build positive client relationships through education and attentive service.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean, organized, and fully prepared.

Skills

Animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Exam assistance

Client communication

Medical records

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

Physical stamina

Patient care

Discretion and empathy

Job description

Petsvet Animal Hospital in Surprise, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This versatile role involves patient care, client service, and outpatient procedures within a fast-paced environment.

The position requires 1+ year of veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and the ability to work Monday-Friday as part-time.