Veterinary Assistant

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Coalition for Animal Protection is seeking a passionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This role involves providing excellent customer service, caring for pets, managing patient check-ins, and assisting in clinic operations. Full and part-time opportunities are available, with a supportive environment that promotes learning and advancement.

Benefits

$15+ / hr

401K

Health Insurance

Comfortable Uniform

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced customer service environment preferred.
• Willingness to learn veterinary medical concepts and communicate them effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and care for pets.
• Manage patient check-ins and assist with clinic housekeeping.
• Prepare and administer shots, and clean surgical instruments.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Veterinary Assistants I and II at TCAP are responsible for customer service, pet care, and general clinic housekeeping.

Veterinary Assistant I - Checks in patients, manages the line, provides information to educate pet owners, cleans surgical instruments, does laundry, and cleans cages.

Veterinary Assistant II - Provides information to educate pet owners, prepares and administers shots to patients, administers tests, medications, and treatments, and assists with clinic housekeeping.

Full and Part Time Positions Available. Full time hours are 32-40 hours a week. Part time hours are less than 30 hours a week. All candidates must be able to work a full shift from 7:30 am - 4:15 pm.

We Offer:

• $15+ / hr
• 401K
• Health Insurance
• Experience in the Animal Wellness Industry
• Impactful Community Work
• Comfortable Uniform
• Advancement Opportunities. We promote from within!

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have computer and data entry skills.
• Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn veterinary medical concepts including vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks.
• Ability to communicate basic veterinarian concepts to owners and relay veterinarian instructions.
• Knowledge of animal behavior characteristics.

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment preferred. Experience working with animals is a plus.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership, Teamwork, Forward Thinking, Time Management, Accountability, Self-Starting, Client Service, Resilience and Stress Tolerance

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand up to 8 hours, lift up to 50 pounds, bend, kneel, and coordinate hand-eye movements for procedures.

About TCAP: Established in 2002, providing affordable spay/neuter services, vaccines, microchipping, and more at prices significantly lower than traditional clinics. TCAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.