Surgical Veterinary Assistant | Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible schedules

Career development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Blue Cross Pet Clinic in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, laboratory work, and surgery. The role requires monitoring hospitalized pets, preparing prescriptions, and assisting with procedures to ensure high-quality care.

Weekend availability is required and prior veterinary experience is preferred. The position emphasizes compassionate client communication and accurate handling of medications and specimens.

Qualifications

• Surgical experience required
• Weekend availability
• Previous veterinary experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Blue Cross Pet Clinic in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, laboratory work, and surgery. The role requires monitoring hospitalized pets, preparing prescriptions, and assisting with procedures to ensure high-quality care.

Weekend availability is required and prior veterinary experience is preferred. The position emphasizes compassionate client communication and accurate handling of medications and specimens.