Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care & Team Support

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Incentives

PTO

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Vetco Total Care hospital in California.

The role focuses on delivering excellent medical care to patients and outstanding customer service to their owners, forming the backbone of a compassionate, team-based practice. You’ll greet clients, assist doctors during exams and procedures, manage records, and help with anesthesia and post-op care.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have telephone and computer skills.
• Compassionate and professional demeanor in stressful situations.
• Team player willing to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vitals, and record in EMR.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Handle medications and maintain patient records.
• Schedule appointments and educate clients.
• Assist in anesthesia and monitor during procedures.
• Provide in-hospital treatments and care to patients.
• Train new staff and share knowledge.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Compassionate

Team player

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Vetco Total Care hospital in California.

The role focuses on delivering excellent medical care to patients and outstanding customer service to their owners, forming the backbone of a compassionate, team-based practice. You’ll greet clients, assist doctors during exams and procedures, manage records, and help with anesthesia and post-op care.