Veterinary Assistant

Rippling, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Fear Free Certification

Branded scrubs

Employee discounts on pet care

Pet-friendly swag

Job summary

Petfolk Veterinary Clinic in Houston is seeking a veterinary assistant to support the care team in both wellness and sick-patient care. You will assist with venipuncture, surgical and dental procedures, and exams, while partnering with pet parents to ensure exceptional experiences.

We value tech-savvy teammates who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with a focus on Fear Free, low-stress handling, and ongoing professional growth for you and the pets you serve.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in veterinary clinical care.
• Comfortable with venipuncture, surgical/dental assistance, and exams.
• Advocate for Fear Free, force-free, low-stress handling techniques.
• Tech-savvy, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team player.
• Passionate about continual learning and professional growth.
• Loves working with both pets and people.

Responsibilities

• Support the care team in wellness and sick patient care.
• Assist with venipuncture, surgical and dental procedures, and exams.
• Partner closely with pet parents to ensure exceptional experiences.
• Use your full skill set while growing professionally in a tech-enabled environment.
• Work collaboratively in a team-first staffing approach tailored to your strengths.

Skills

Veterinary care

Venipuncture

Surgical assistance

Dental exams

Fear Free

Low-stress handling

Tech-savvy

Communication

Team player

Lifelong learning

Job description

At Petfolk, we’re reshaping veterinary care by blending high-quality medicine with a welcoming, connected experience for pets, their families, and the professionals who care for them.

Help Us Redefine the Future of Pet Care

At Petfolk Veterinary Clinic in Houston, we’re on a mission to transform modern pet care by building a compassionate, innovative team of veterinary professionals. As a fast-growing animal hospital, we focus on improving the health and happiness of pets, pet parents, and our team members through advanced technology, modern facility design, and a supportive, collaborative culture.

We’re hiring confident, friendly, and passionate veterinary professionals who are dedicated to high-quality patient care and exceptional client service. If you’re looking for a veterinary career with growth opportunities, strong team culture, and meaningful impact in the lives of animals, we’d love to connect with you.

Why Petfolk?

We combine beautifully designed physical and digital spaces with a collaborative care model that empowers our team and strengthens the human-animal bond. Using advanced technology and Fear Free practices, we create a low-stress, caring environment for pets and the people who love them.

What You’ll Do as a Veterinary Assistant

• Support the care team in wellness and sick patient car
• Assist with venipuncture, surgical and dental procedures, and exams
• Partner closely with pet parents to ensure exceptional experiences
• Use your full skill set while growing professionally in a tech-enabled environment
• Work collaboratively in a team-first staffing approach tailored to your strengths
  

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years hands-on experience in veterinary clinical care
• Comfortable with venipuncture, surgical/dental assistance, and exams
• Advocate for Fear Free, force-free, low-stress handling techniques
• Tech-savvy, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team player
• Passionate about continual learning and professional growth
• Loves working with both pets and people
• Generous Paid Time Off to rest and recharge
• Paid Holidays with no on-call or overnight shifts
• Comprehensive Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) with generous employer contributions
• Life and Disability Insurance including short- and long-term options
• Fear Free Certification for all team members
• Branded Figs scrubs to look and feel your best
• Exclusive employee discounts on pet care services, food, and medication
• Fun swag for you and your pet to show your Petfolk pride

Ready to Join the Revolution in Pet Care?

Apply today to become part of our growing, passionate team in Houston and help us create extraordinary experiences for pets and their families.