Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care & Support

Petco; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Incentives

PTO

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital. You will provide outstanding medical care to patients and exceptional customer service to their owners, helping maintain high standards of patient welfare and client experience.

Your role includes assisting veterinarians, preparing patients for procedures, monitoring anesthesia, and supporting hospital operations with a team-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate with professional demeanor.
• Willing to learn and be part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients; escort to exam room and record vitals.
• Assist doctors with routine and emergency visits, surgeries, dentistry, and euthanasia.
• Handle medications and assist with anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Schedule appointments and educate clients; maintain medical records.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and assist in training new staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital. You will provide outstanding medical care to patients and exceptional customer service to their owners, helping maintain high standards of patient welfare and client experience.

Your role includes assisting veterinarians, preparing patients for procedures, monitoring anesthesia, and supporting hospital operations with a team-focused approach.