Veterinary Assistant - Growth & Benefits (FT/PT)

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $15+

401K

Health Insurance

Experience in Animal Wellness Industry

Impactful Community Work

Comfortable Uniform

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Advancement Opportunities.

Job summary

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP) in Arlington, TX, is seeking Veterinary Assistants I and II to provide customer service, assist with patient care, and support daily clinic operations. Full-time (32-40h) and part-time positions available; starting wage above $15/hour, plus 401K, health insurance, and opportunities for advancement within TCAP's community wellness programs.

Candidates should have strong communication, basic computer skills, and the ability to learn vaccine protocols

Qualifications

• Must have computer and data entry skills.
• Must have strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Must have attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced work environment.
• Must be able to learn veterinary medical concepts including, but not limited to, vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks.
• Must be able to communicate basic veterinarian concepts to owners and be able to repeat information relayed by the veterinarian.
• Knowledge of characteristics of animal behavior.

Responsibilities

• Checks in patients, manages the line, educates patient owners, and cleans instruments, cages, and facilities.
• Prepares and administers shots, administers tests, medications, and treatments.
• Assists with maintenance of clinic housekeeping and general operations.
• Educates owners and provides information about vaccines and care during visits.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Learning vaccine protocols

Veterinary concepts

Computer skills

Data entry

Fast-paced environment

Animal behavior basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP) in Arlington, TX, is seeking Veterinary Assistants I and II to provide customer service, assist with patient care, and support daily clinic operations. Full-time (32-40h) and part-time positions available; starting wage above $15/hour, plus 401K, health insurance, and opportunities for advancement within TCAP's community wellness programs.

Candidates should have strong communication, basic computer skills, and the ability to learn vaccine protocols