Veterinary Assistant: Care, Comfort & Client Support

Petco; Needham Heights (MA); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Petco in Needham Heights, MA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care patients and deliver exceptional client care. You will work closely with veterinarians and technicians, ensuring accurate records and compassionate service in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include animal exams support, anesthesia prep, lab work, and front-desk backup as needed. Prior veterinary exposure and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations
• Must have telephone and computer skills
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change

Responsabilités

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room; record vitals and histories
• Assist veterinarians with exams, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision
• Restrain patients, collect samples, handle medications, and maintain EMR records
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and update patient records
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist with anesthesia and recovery; monitor vital signs

Connaissances

Vet clinic experience

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Team player

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Petco in Needham Heights, MA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care patients and deliver exceptional client care. You will work closely with veterinarians and technicians, ensuring accurate records and compassionate service in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include animal exams support, anesthesia prep, lab work, and front-desk backup as needed. Prior veterinary exposure and strong communication are essential for success.