Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Patient Care & Surgery

Cimarron Animal Hospital; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package up to $500 (experience)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cimarron Animal Hospital in Tucson is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across hospital care, including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. The role offers varied responsibilities and a fast-paced environment where dependable, motivated candidates thrive.

Full-time or part-time options with weekend shifts; compensation is hourly with benefits, and growth opportunities within a collaborative, AAHA-accredited practice focused

Qualifications

• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Patient care principles

Exam/treatments assistance

Histories and vitals

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Client communication

Team collaboration

Attendance and work ethic

Standing and lifting

Job description

Cimarron Animal Hospital in Tucson is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across hospital care, including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. The role offers varied responsibilities and a fast-paced environment where dependable, motivated candidates thrive.

Full-time or part-time options with weekend shifts; compensation is hourly with benefits, and growth opportunities within a collaborative, AAHA-accredited practice focused