Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Training & Benefits

Mercy Veterinary Hospital; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k retirement options

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Teladoc access

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Mercy Veterinary Hospital and Pet Resort is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Leander, TX clinic. You’ll assist the medical team with hands-on patient care and help ensure compassionate treatment for all animals.

The role emphasizes supporting veterinarians and technicians, coordinating scheduling, payments, and communications, and maintaining a safe facility. A high school diploma and composure in a fast-paced setting are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Calm and efficient approach in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic veterinary tasks including lab, pharmacy, nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care as part of the medical team.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team to ensure smooth workflow.
• Create a positive client experience through scheduling, payments and communications.
• Maintain a safe and clean hospital environment and handle upkeep and equipment.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Pet handling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Veterinary skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Radiology equipment

Job description

Mercy Veterinary Hospital and Pet Resort is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Leander, TX clinic. You’ll assist the medical team with hands-on patient care and help ensure compassionate treatment for all animals.

The role emphasizes supporting veterinarians and technicians, coordinating scheduling, payments, and communications, and maintaining a safe facility. A high school diploma and composure in a fast-paced setting are required.