Veterinary Assistant - Creekside Pet Care Center

Suveto; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet care discounts

401K with match

VSOP grants

Stock ownership plan

Job summary

Creekside Pet Care Center in Keller, Texas is seeking an experienced full-time Veterinary Assistant for our 24/7, AAHA accredited clinic. The role supports veterinarians and technicians, handles exams, client education, and in-house lab work.

We value compassion for animals, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Serving the Keller/Southlake area, Creekside Pet Care Center offers comprehensive care and a team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary hospital preferred.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to restrain animals safely.
• Must lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to take direction from vets and senior staff.
• Compassion and love for animals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist doctors during appointments.
• Take client histories and record vital observations.
• Educate clients on preventative care and follow up.
• Communicate concerns to the veterinary team.
• Perform venipuncture and in-house lab tests as directed.
• Provide nursing care and monitor patients under supervision.
• Admit and discharge patients per protocols and educate owners.
• Maintain clean, stocked treatment areas and equipment.
• Understand and follow OSHA and safety standards.
• Assist with client callbacks and updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Willing to learn

Compassionate

Team player

High school diploma

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Creekside Pet Care Center

#CPCC1577

Keller, Texas, United States

Job Description

Creekside Pet Care Center is looking for an experiencedfull-time Veterinary Assistantforour 24/7 busy 10 doctor, AAHA accredited veterinary clinic.

About Creekside Pet Care Center:

Creekside Pet Care Center, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is a full-service 24/7 veterinary hospital with onsite grooming, daycare and boarding services. We are located in the Keller/Southlake area of the Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex and have been a local go-to veterinary clinic for 20 years. Our veterinary services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a state-of-the-art emergency care facility. Our professional and courteous health care team aspires to excellence in medical treatment, quality and client service. We utilize cutting-edge knowledge, equipment and techniques to care for your pets and exceed your expectations. Further, we recognize the bond between people and pets and treat them as part of the family. We love pets!

This is a full-time position.

Our Veterinary Assistants provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary technician as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent).

• paid time off
• paid holidays
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• pet care discounts
• 401K with a true match up to 4%
• VSOP® grants
• SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members
• VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization

Creekside Pet Care Center, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.