Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Team Growth

Petco; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in Auburn, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care practical hospital duties and provide exemplary customer care to pet owners. The Veterinary Assistant will help greet clients, record vitals, assist doctors with procedures, and maintain the EMR while upholding the practice’s high standards.

Uniformly, the role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and reliability in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1 year of experience in veterinary practice or animal care to ensure excellent performance.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and able to maintain a professional attitude during stressful situations.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments, record vitals, and document in EMR.
• Assist doctors with routine and emergency procedures, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia.
• Perform patient restraint, collect lab samples, handle medications, and maintain EMR.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and maintain records.
• Prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia, and discharge planning.
• Administer in-hospital treatments including medications and IV fluids.
• Assist in training new staff and maintain a clean hospital environment.
• Provide backup front desk support as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Compassionate

Telephone & computer skills

Job description

Petco in Auburn, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support Vetco Total Care practical hospital duties and provide exemplary customer care to pet owners. The Veterinary Assistant will help greet clients, record vitals, assist doctors with procedures, and maintain the EMR while upholding the practice’s high standards.

Uniformly, the role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and reliability in a fast-paced clinical setting.