Veterinary Assistant: Grow Into Technician with Training

NVA General Practice; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington South Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This role supports all departments as the primary team member assisting with client and patient care. We offer hands-on training and opportunities to grow toward a veterinary technician position.

You’ll work closely with the veterinary team, handle dogs and cats safely, and help with exams, procedures, and lab work while delivering excellent customer service to clients and their pets.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Dependable, motivated, and hardworking.
• Team player with good communication.
• Enjoys working with animals and can handle stress.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate toward patients and families.
• Previous veterinary experience is a plus; training provided.
• Interested in developing a long-term career in veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinary team with patient care and daily hospital operations.
• Restrain and handle dogs and cats safely and compassionately.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain a clean, organized treatment area.
• Assist with appointments, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples.
• Help with patient cleaning, feeding, and general care.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and their pets.
• Learn new skills and progressively take on additional technician responsibilities.

Skills

Positive attitude

Dependable

Team player

Good communication

Multitasking

Compassionate

Willing to learn

Job description

Arlington South Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This role supports all departments as the primary team member assisting with client and patient care. We offer hands-on training and opportunities to grow toward a veterinary technician position.

You’ll work closely with the veterinary team, handle dogs and cats safely, and help with exams, procedures, and lab work while delivering excellent customer service to clients and their pets.