Vet Clinic Assistant: Elevate Pet Care & Client Experience

Petco; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in Dedham, MA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital. You will greet clients and patients, record vital signs, and document in the EMR.

You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision, and help monitor anesthesia during procedures. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, clear client communication, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have telephone and computer skills.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vital signs, and document in EMR.
• Assist doctors with exams, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Perform patient restraint, collect samples, and handle medications as directed.
• Schedule appointments, provide client education, and maintain client/patient records.
• Help prepare patients for procedures and assist in anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Maintain a clean hospital environment and support front desk as needed.

Skills

Communication

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Job description

Petco in Dedham, MA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital. You will greet clients and patients, record vital signs, and document in the EMR.

You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision, and help monitor anesthesia during procedures. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, clear client communication, and strong teamwork.