Veterinary Care Assistant: Patient & Client Support

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will provide excellent medical care to patients and outstanding customer service to their owners in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety standards. You will assist veterinarians, manage appointments, and help maintain accurate medical records, contributing to a positive experience for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• Preferred 1 year of experience in a veterinary setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and professional under stress.
• Strong telephone and computer skills.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, take weights and vitals, and record visits.
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia.
• Restrain patients, collect samples, and help with medications.
• Schedule appointments and update client/patient records.
• Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anesthesia.
• Administer in-hospital treatments and care for patients.
• Assist in training new staff and share knowledge.
• Keep hospital clean and maintain schedule.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Telephone & Computer Skills

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support our Vetco Total Care hospital team. You will provide excellent medical care to patients and outstanding customer service to their owners in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety standards. You will assist veterinarians, manage appointments, and help maintain accurate medical records, contributing to a positive experience for pets and their families.