Veterinary Assistant (Career Opportunity)

Destination Pet Veterinary of Texas PC; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time Health Benefits

401K

Discounted Pet Insurance

Job summary

Destination Pet Veterinary of Texas PC is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join Kings Crossing Animal Hospital in a friendly, team‑oriented practice focused on compassionate nursing care and clear client communication.

Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, maintaining medical records, preparing instruments, performing lab tests, and helping with check‑in/check‑out. Must have 2+ years of clinic experience and a high school diploma; every other Saturday work is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinic experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician.
• High school diploma required.
• Must be able to work every other Saturday.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians to provide compassionate nursing care.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assist receptionists with check-in/checkout and phone support.
• Perform laboratory tests and assist with in-house diagnostics.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organized clinical area.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Animal handling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Kings Crossing Animal Hospital!

REPORTS TO

Practice Manager

PERKS

• Full Time Health Benefits
• 401K
• Discounted Pet Insurance

PAY

$18.00/hour DOE.

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The right candidate must be friendly, outgoing and people oriented. Must be a self‑motivated team player who is attentive to detail, effective at oral and written communication, and demonstrates strong technical skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)

• Ensuring that clients and pets feel welcome and comfortable.
• Assisting veterinarians to provide compassionate nursing care.
• Cleaning, maintaining, and preparing surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintaining accurate medical records.
• Filling prescriptions as directed by a veterinarian and explaining prescription directions.
• Assisting receptionists with check-in and checkout procedures and providing telephone support.
• Performing various laboratory tests.
• Keeping our facilities clean and well maintained.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Expertise & Experience

• 2+ years of clinic experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician .
• High school diploma.

Physical

• Must be able to work every other Saturday. (No Holidays, No Sundays)
• Must frequently lift 40 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.
• Must be able to work on computer system and work multi-line telephone.
• Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
• Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.
• Must be comfortable restraining animals during medical examinations.

Technical Skills Preferred

• Animal handling and safe restraint techniques
• Venipuncture and blood sample collection
• IV catheter placement
• Administration of medications, vaccines, and injections
• Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
• Digital radiography and proper positioning
• Accurate medical record documentation
• Knowledge of veterinary medications and preventative care

Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.

At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?