Part-Time Veterinary Assistant — Compassion & Care

Suveto; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with a true match up to 4%

Employee Assistance Program

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Sunset Animal Hospital in Houston, TX, part of the Suveto network, is seeking an experienced part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting and loves animals.

You will assist veterinarians and technicians, manage client communication, and help with exams, appointments, and treatments while ensuring high-quality patient care and client service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is required.
• Surgical and anesthesia monitoring experience is required.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to lift and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client and record observations in medical records.
• Educate clients on preventive care and provide follow-up.
• Communicate patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture, run in-house tests, and prepare forms for outside labs.
• Provide nursing care including medications and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients following protocols; educate clients.
• Restock and clean exam rooms, treatment areas, wards and other areas.
• Use practice software to dispense meds, print labels and manage records.
• Enforce OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Multitasking

Animal handling

Team collaboration

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Sunset Animal Hospital in Houston, TX, part of the Suveto network, is seeking an experienced part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting and loves animals.

You will assist veterinarians and technicians, manage client communication, and help with exams, appointments, and treatments while ensuring high-quality patient care and client service.