Veterinary Assistant: Elevate Pet Care & Client Experience

Petco; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to deliver compassionate patient care and outstanding client service in our Vetco Total Care hospital setting. The role involves greeting clients, taking vital signs, assisting veterinarians with exams, procedures, anesthesia, and medication handling, while maintaining EMRs and a clean hospital environment.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and a patient-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate approach and strong patient care focus.
• Team player able to work in a fast-paced veterinary setting.
• Proficient telephone and computer skills.
• 1+ year veterinary practice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, record vital signs and document in EMR.
• Assist doctors with exams, surgery, dentistry, and procedures.
• Handle medications and support anesthesia processes.
• Schedule appointments and educate clients on care and tests.
• Maintain clean, safe hospital environment and records.
• Support training for new staff and provide front desk backup.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Learning mindset

Job description

Petco is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to deliver compassionate patient care and outstanding client service in our Vetco Total Care hospital setting. The role involves greeting clients, taking vital signs, assisting veterinarians with exams, procedures, anesthesia, and medication handling, while maintaining EMRs and a clean hospital environment.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and a patient-focused approach.