Part-Time Veterinary Assistant — Gentle Pet Care

Tender Care Animal Hospital; Weldon Spring (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Calm app access & 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle relief fund

Local hospital culture with national U

Job summary

Tender Care Animal Hospital in Weldon Spring, MO is seeking a Part Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, prepare and sanitize surgery areas, and handle clerical tasks.

We emphasize compassionate care and a collaborative hospital culture for cats and dogs. Qualifications include at least a high school diploma, basic veterinary assistant duties, and strong client communication.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Perform basic veterinary assistant duties.
• Communicate effectively with clients and answer phone calls.
• Enter information into the system accurately.
• Safely restrain cats and dogs.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and greet clients with their pets.
• Take weight and vital signs, assist with exams and procedures.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with medications and restraint.
• Perform lab tests and take radiographs as directed.
• Maintain medical records and documentation of treatments.
• Keep hospital clean and stocked, and assist with reception duties when needed.

Skills

Client communication

Medical records

Animal handling

Prescription entry

Documentation

Weight & vital signs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medical records software

Job description

Tender Care Animal Hospital in Weldon Spring, MO is seeking a Part Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, prepare and sanitize surgery areas, and handle clerical tasks.

We emphasize compassionate care and a collaborative hospital culture for cats and dogs. Qualifications include at least a high school diploma, basic veterinary assistant duties, and strong client communication.