Veterinary Assistant — Elevate Client Care & Pet Health

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Pet discounts

Tuition assistance

Continuing education

Headspace access

Referral bonuses

Job summary

VCA Ashford Animal Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a veterinary assistant to join our general practice team. This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week.

The salary starts at $15.00 to $17.00 per hour and requires a minimum of 2 years of experience. You will support the Doctor and Technician teams with exams, patient histories, lab work, imaging, and maintaining records in a caring, low-stress environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in veterinary support.
• Ability to restrain and assist during exams and procedures.
• Experience taking histories, vitals, and recording notes.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and assist in exams and routine procedures.
• Take medical histories and patient vitals.
• Assist with prescriptions as allowed by law.
• Perform lab work and diagnostic imaging.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
• Maintain medical records and documentation.
• Support Doctor and Technician teams as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Patient restraint

Vitals taking

Medical histories

Laboratory work

Diagnostic imaging

Patient care

Medical records

Team collaboration

Prescription support

Job description

VCA Ashford Animal Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a veterinary assistant to join our general practice team. This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week.

The salary starts at $15.00 to $17.00 per hour and requires a minimum of 2 years of experience. You will support the Doctor and Technician teams with exams, patient histories, lab work, imaging, and maintaining records in a caring, low-stress environment.