Veterinary Assistant: Caring Support for Patients & Clients

VCA Animal Hospitals; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition support and sponsorships

Generous pet care discounts

Job summary

VCA Woodlands Animal Hospital in Spring, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This full-time role supports the Doctor and Technician teams to ensure a low-stress atmosphere and exceptional client experiences.

The position involves restraining and assisting in exams, taking histories and vitals, performing lab work and imaging, and maintaining medical records. We offer education opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.
• Maintaining medical records.
• Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed.
• Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Medical history taking

Vital signs monitoring

Laboratory work

Diagnostic imaging

Job description

VCA Woodlands Animal Hospital in Spring, TX is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This full-time role supports the Doctor and Technician teams to ensure a low-stress atmosphere and exceptional client experiences.

The position involves restraining and assisting in exams, taking histories and vitals, performing lab work and imaging, and maintaining medical records. We offer education opportunities and a supportive work environment.