Veterinary Assistant — Career Growth, CE & Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Lakeway (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Pet care discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition support

Job summary

VCA Terrell Animal Hospital in Lakeway, TX is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support the Doctor and Technician teams and help deliver a positive client experience. This full-time role involves assisting with exams, taking histories, performing basic lab work, and maintaining accurate medical records.

The position offers a fast-paced, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and continuing education within the VCA network. Weekend rotation and 4x10s are included in the schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with animal handling and client communication is preferred.
• Ability to take detailed medical histories and vital signs.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory work and diagnostic imaging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and assist in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Take detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Perform laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
• Maintain medical records.
• Assist doctors and technicians as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient restraint

Vital signs

Medical history taking

Laboratory work

Radiology support

Job description

VCA Terrell Animal Hospital in Lakeway, TX is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support the Doctor and Technician teams and help deliver a positive client experience. This full-time role involves assisting with exams, taking histories, performing basic lab work, and maintaining accurate medical records.

The position offers a fast-paced, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and continuing education within the VCA network. Weekend rotation and 4x10s are included in the schedule.