Veterinary Assistant — Surgery, Dentistry & Client Care

Community Animal Hospital Pocatello; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Community Animal Hospital in Pocatello, Idaho, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across hospital care, including exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. This AAHA-accredited practice offers diverse cases and a collaborative team environment.

The role requires 3+ years of veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, accurate records, client communication, and a positive, professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
• Surgery set-up and assisting.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vitals.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Compassionate, professional client communication.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients.
• Build positive client relationships through education and attentive service.
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Basic veterinary terminology

Exam assistance

Outpatient procedures

Surgery setup & assisting

History collection & vital signs

Medical records management

Client communication

Job description

Community Animal Hospital in Pocatello, Idaho, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across hospital care, including exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. This AAHA-accredited practice offers diverse cases and a collaborative team environment.

The role requires 3+ years of veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, accurate records, client communication, and a positive, professional demeanor.