Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care & Client Support

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional medical care to hospital patients and outstanding customer service to clients. You will support veterinarians, assist in exams, surgeries, dentistry, and anesthesia, and help maintain EMR records in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient well‑being, and delivering a positive client experience while Upholding Petco’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have telephone and computer skills.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weights and vital signs, and record in EMR.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Perform patient restraint, collect laboratory samples, and dispense medications as directed.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and maintain records.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist during anesthesia and recovery.
• Perform in-hospital treatments and ensure patient safety and cleanliness.
• Train new staff and contribute to staff knowledge sharing.
• Keep the hospital environment neat and maintain maintenance schedules.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Team player

Compassionate attitude

Education

1+ year veterinary practice experience (preferred)

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional medical care to hospital patients and outstanding customer service to clients. You will support veterinarians, assist in exams, surgeries, dentistry, and anesthesia, and help maintain EMR records in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient well‑being, and delivering a positive client experience while Upholding Petco’s mission and values.