Hospital Veterinary Assistant - Help Pets Thrive

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care hospital patients and assist the veterinary team. You will greet clients, record patient histories, and help with exams and procedures in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The role focuses on compassionate patient care, accurate record-keeping, and delivering excellent customer service to pet owners. Candidates with 1+ year veterinary experience and strong teamwork will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Preferred 1+ year experience in a veterinary practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to maintain professionalism during stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments, escort to exam room, record vitals and history.
• Assist veterinarians with routine and emergency appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia.
• Handle medications, injections, IV fluids, and maintain EMR accuracy.

Skills

Client communication

Veterinary care knowledge

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care hospital patients and assist the veterinary team. You will greet clients, record patient histories, and help with exams and procedures in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The role focuses on compassionate patient care, accurate record-keeping, and delivering excellent customer service to pet owners. Candidates with 1+ year veterinary experience and strong teamwork will thrive in this role.