Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced ER Team

VCA Animal Hospitals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Tuition support

Pet discounts

Career development

Job summary

VCA Animal Emergency Hospital Southeast in Houston, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will assist doctors and technicians, helping create a calm, compassionate environment for clients and their patients during exams and procedures.

Responsibilities include restraining and assisting in exams, taking histories and vital signs, performing labs and imaging, and maintaining medical records.

Qualifications

• Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Maintaining medical records and hospital environment.
• Supporting Doctor and Technician staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians during exams and procedures.
• Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Deliver outstanding client experience.

Skills

Patient restraint

Exam assistance

Medical history

Labs & imaging

Record keeping

Compassionate care

Team support

Safety & cleanliness

Job description

VCA Animal Emergency Hospital Southeast in Houston, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will assist doctors and technicians, helping create a calm, compassionate environment for clients and their patients during exams and procedures.

Responsibilities include restraining and assisting in exams, taking histories and vital signs, performing labs and imaging, and maintaining medical records.