Veterinary Assistant – Compassionate Patient Care

Petco Company; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Lake Zurich is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and dental procedures, greet clients and patients, and help manage patient records and medications.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and excellent client communication in a fast-paced pet-care environment. Experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1 year of veterinary practice experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, empathetic and professional demeanor.
• Telephone and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vital signs, and document in EMR.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry and euthanasia as needed.
• Perform patient restraint, collect samples, and dispense medications following instructions.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, and update patient records.
• Monitor anesthesia, assist in recovery, and discharge planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

Job description

Petco Lake Zurich is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and dental procedures, greet clients and patients, and help manage patient records and medications.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and excellent client communication in a fast-paced pet-care environment. Experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.