Veterinary Assistant — Surgery & Dental Support

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center in Katy, TX seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join a surgical and dental-focused team. You will assist veterinarians and veterinary staff during pre-op, anesthesia, and recovery, while helping prepare for procedures and educate pet owners with empathy.

The role emphasizes compassionate client communication, a client-friendly approach, and a collaborative team environment with growth opportunities and competitive entry-level pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• NVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician program preferred
• One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred
• Basic animal science knowledge recommended
• Proficiency with Outlook and Word preferred

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and technicians during pre-op, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery.
• Prepare for surgeries, including pack and prep, restraint, go-home packages, and assisting the team.
• Assist with patient intake, vitals, sample collection/diagnostics, records and imaging as needed.
• Educate clients with kind, compassionate and timely communication.
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and high-quality floor operations.

Skills

Animal care

Pharmacology basics

Computer skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NVTA program (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Industry internet sites

Job description

PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center in Katy, TX seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join a surgical and dental-focused team. You will assist veterinarians and veterinary staff during pre-op, anesthesia, and recovery, while helping prepare for procedures and educate pet owners with empathy.

The role emphasizes compassionate client communication, a client-friendly approach, and a collaborative team environment with growth opportunities and competitive entry-level pay.