Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Pet Care & Team Support

National Veterinary Associates; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Corpus Christi, Texas is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help with patient care and treatment. Responsibilities include monitoring pets post-surgery, maintaining inventory, and administering medications under supervision.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with animals, is a self-starter, and can handle physical demands such as lifting. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan with employer match are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Enjoy working with animals and can handle stressed, ill, or painful animals.
• Ability to meet physical demands; able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and support care after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests.
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Clean and disinfect cages and treatment areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.

Skills

Experience with animals

Multitasking

Teamwork

Restraint techniques

Job description

National Veterinary Associates in Corpus Christi, Texas is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help with patient care and treatment. Responsibilities include monitoring pets post-surgery, maintaining inventory, and administering medications under supervision.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with animals, is a self-starter, and can handle physical demands such as lifting. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan with employer match are offered.