Veterinary Assistant — Caring Team, Benefits, Growth

Veterinary Practice Partners; Friendswood (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Parkwood Animal Hospital in Friendswood, TX is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help provide high-quality care for canine and feline patients and support owners with compassionate communications.

The position offers benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and employee pet discounts, with four 10-hour shifts and rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely.
• Experience with basic medical record-keeping and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Perform basic lab tests such as blood, urine, stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccines under supervision of a veterinarian.
• Communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-up visits.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and stocking of supplies.

Skills

Vet experience

Animal handling

Medical records

Job description

Parkwood Animal Hospital in Friendswood, TX is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help provide high-quality care for canine and feline patients and support owners with compassionate communications.

The position offers benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and employee pet discounts, with four 10-hour shifts and rotating Saturdays.