Veterinary Assistant — Caring Patient Support & Growth

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; 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

Paid parental leave

Job summary

VCA Health Associates is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant at our 5-doctor practice in San Antonio, TX. You will support the Doctor and Technician teams, delivering an outstanding client experience while caring for patients and maintaining medical records.

The role emphasizes animal handling, history taking, vitals, lab work and imaging, with opportunities for professional growth within a large vet community. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Animal handling

Exam assistance

Medical history taking

Vital signs monitoring

Laboratory work

Imaging skills

Medical records

Team support

Job description

VCA Health Associates is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant at our 5-doctor practice in San Antonio, TX. You will support the Doctor and Technician teams, delivering an outstanding client experience while caring for patients and maintaining medical records.

The role emphasizes animal handling, history taking, vitals, lab work and imaging, with opportunities for professional growth within a large vet community. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.