Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Client Support

Petco; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide top‑tier medical care in a Vetco Total Care hospital setting and exceptional customer service to pet owners. You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dentistry, anesthesia, and in‑hospital treatments while maintaining accurate records and a compassionate approach.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of veterinary experience, strong communication skills, and a team‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations
• Must have telephone and computer skills
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs, and record the electronic medical record.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications as directed by the veterinarian.
• Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results, and maintain client/patient records.
• Help prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures and assist in anesthesia and recovery.
• In-hospital treatments for sick patients including medications and IV fluids; ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Team player

Compassionate

Computer skills

Job description

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide top‑tier medical care in a Vetco Total Care hospital setting and exceptional customer service to pet owners. You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dentistry, anesthesia, and in‑hospital treatments while maintaining accurate records and a compassionate approach.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of veterinary experience, strong communication skills, and a team‑oriented mindset.