Veterinary Assistant: Emergency & GP Team Support

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Head Space access

Referral bonuses

Pet care discounts

Job summary

VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital & Emergency Center in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our unique Emergency and GP practice. This full-time role supports Doctor and Technician teams while delivering a calm client experience and exemplary patient care.

You will assist with exams, histories, lab work, imaging, and medical records, ensuring a clean, safe hospital environment and compassionate care for hospitalized animals.

Qualifications

• Assist Doctor and Technician teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
• Take detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Perform laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Maintain medical records and assist with procedures.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.

Responsibilities

• Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.
• Maintaining medical records.
• Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed.
• Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Patient restraint

Vitals taking

Medical history taking

Laboratory work

Diagnostic imaging

Compassionate care

Record keeping

Team support

Job description

VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital & Emergency Center in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our unique Emergency and GP practice. This full-time role supports Doctor and Technician teams while delivering a calm client experience and exemplary patient care.

You will assist with exams, histories, lab work, imaging, and medical records, ensuring a clean, safe hospital environment and compassionate care for hospitalized animals.