Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Pet Care Hero

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Saratoga Springs (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent medical care to Vetco Total Care patients and outstanding customer service to their owners.

The role emphasizes patient-first care and teamwork in a full-service veterinary hospital environment. You will greet clients, assist doctors with surgeries and exams, collect histories, manage records, and help with anesthesia, labs, and medications while maintaining a clean, organized hospital.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in veterinary practice or animal care.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and professional demeanor under stress.
• Strong telephone and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vital signs, and record EMR.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Handle and dispense medications and maintain patient records in EMR.
• Schedule appointments and provide client education.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist with anesthesia and recovery.
• Perform in-hospital treatments and monitor vital parameters.
• Train new staff and support hospital operations.
• Keep hospital clean and maintain equipment and environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Compassionate and empathetic

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Team player

Education

1 year veterinary experience

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent medical care to Vetco Total Care patients and outstanding customer service to their owners.

The role emphasizes patient-first care and teamwork in a full-service veterinary hospital environment. You will greet clients, assist doctors with surgeries and exams, collect histories, manage records, and help with anesthesia, labs, and medications while maintaining a clean, organized hospital.