Veterinary Assistant — Grow with a Caring Vet Team

Petco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in Brooklyn Sunset Park, NY is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will greet clients, assist veterinarians, and help care for patients during exams, surgeries, and recovery.

This is a full-time position requiring compassion, teamwork, and meticulous record-keeping in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will interact with clients and pets, monitor patients under supervision, and help ensure a high standard of care while maintaining a clean,

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vitals, and document visits in EMR.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia.
• Perform patient restraint, collect lab samples, and handle medications as directed.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, and maintain client/patient records.
• Maintain the hospital environment and assist with front desk duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Petco in Brooklyn Sunset Park, NY is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will greet clients, assist veterinarians, and help care for patients during exams, surgeries, and recovery.

This is a full-time position requiring compassion, teamwork, and meticulous record-keeping in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will interact with clients and pets, monitor patients under supervision, and help ensure a high standard of care while maintaining a clean,