Veterinary Assistant - The Pet Hospital (Parkway)

PetVet Care Centers; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Pet Discounts

EAP/Calm app

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers is seeking a Veterinary Technician at The Pet Hospital (Parkway) in Hattiesburg, MS. This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience and involves delivering high-quality patient care, assisting in surgeries, and maintaining medical records.

The role emphasizes a culture of care, collaboration, and local hospital autonomy within a nationwide network of over 400 hospitals.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Strenuous job requiring lifting, cleaning, and constant motion; may involve standing/walking for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations, reviewing care plans, and performing diagnostic tests.
• Assist during surgeries and operations and provide nursing care.
• Maintain medical records and documentation of medications and controlled substances.
• Ensure patient rooms, cages, and equipment are clean; observe for signs of illness.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment and inventory; prepare supplies for examinations and procedures.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Physical stamina

Medical terminology

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' The Pet Hospital (Parkway) is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support


• Career mobility and development opportunities


• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

The Pet Hospital (Parkway) in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is a network of full-service veterinary practices providing comprehensive care across multiple locations. With a collaborative team and a strong focus on quality medicine, they deliver consistent, compassionate care to pets and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.


• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.


• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.


• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.


• Obtain and verify medications.


• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.


• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.


• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.


• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.


• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.


• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.


• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.


• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.


• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.


• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.


• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position


• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors


• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.


• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling


• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred


• Previous experience in the veterinary field

Schedule

• Full-Time, day shifts and weekends


• Schedules are posted monthly

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)


• 401(k) with discretionary contribution


• Team Member Pet Discounts


• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP


• CE stipends and career development resources


• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship


• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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