Veterinary Surgery Doctor's Assistant

United Veterinary Care; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Headspace Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

United Veterinary Care in Austin, TX seeks a Doctor’s Assistant – Veterinary Surgery to support surgeons and staff. You will coordinate consultations, prep patients, guide owners through care plans, and manage postoperative follow-ups in a busy surgical setting.

The role requires at least two years of veterinary experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask while maintaining compassionate client support. Full-time, on-site position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and at least two years of veterinary experience.
• Preferred: previous surgery or specialty veterinary experience.
• Ability to coordinate care and guide clients through medical information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical consultations, procedures, recheck appointments, and related documentation.
• Guide clients through pre-operative preparation, discharge, recovery, medications, and aftercare.
• Perform phone triage for prospective surgical patients and help determine next steps.
• Prepare patient estimates and invoices, fill prescriptions, and coordinate pharmacy orders.
• Communicate with referring veterinarians and obtain medical records for continuity of care.
• Follow up with surgical patients after discharge and provide daily updates to families.

Skills

Client communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Independent and collaborative work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paperless computer system

Electronic medical records

Job description

Doctor’s Assistant – Veterinary Surgery

Be the trusted guide behind every successful surgical journey.

Bring your veterinary experience, organizational skills, and compassion to a role where every conversation matters. As a Doctor’s Assistant supporting Veterinary Surgery, you’ll connect surgeons, technicians, referring veterinarians, and pet owners—helping each patient move smoothly from consultation through recovery.

You’ll thrive here if you enjoy building client trust, coordinating multiple details, and translating medical information into clear, reassuring guidance. Your work will help families feel prepared, informed, and supported during some of their pet’s most important moments.

Role at a Glance

• Position: Doctor’s Assistant – Veterinary Surgery
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Shifts: Four or five weekday day shifts
• Experience: At least two years of recent veterinary experience
• Best fit: A knowledgeable, detail-oriented communicator who enjoys coordinating care and supporting clients

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate surgical consultations, procedures, recheck appointments, and related documentation.
• Guide clients through pre-operative preparation, discharge, recovery, medications, and aftercare.
• Perform phone triage for prospective surgical patients and help determine appropriate next steps.
• Prepare patient estimates and invoices, fill prescriptions, and coordinate pharmacy orders.
• Communicate with referring veterinarians and obtain medical records needed for continuity of care.
• Follow up with surgical patients after discharge and provide daily updates to families of hospitalized patients.
• Partner closely with surgeons and surgery technicians to support excellent patient outcomes.
• Assist with appointments, inventory, and ordering as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine commitment to animal care and compassionate client support.
• Strong veterinary medical knowledge and sound judgment.
• Clear, professional communication and strong interpersonal skills.The ability to prioritize and multitask in a busy hospital environment.
• Confidence working independently and collaboratively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• A calm, supportive approach during stressful situations.
• Comfort using a paperless computer system.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED and at least two years of recent veterinary experience.
• Preferred: Previous surgery or specialty veterinary experience.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, scheduled across four or five weekday day shifts.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a visible difference for pets and their families while using your veterinary knowledge in a collaborative specialty-care environment. You’ll build meaningful relationships, work closely with an experienced surgical team, and help create a calm, well-coordinated experience from the first call through post-operative follow-up.

Benefits That Support You

• Health and wellness: Three Florida Blue medical plan options; Kaiser plans for California residents; UnitedHealthcare dental and vision options; flexible spending, health savings, or health reimbursement account options; and digital musculoskeletal support.
• Income protection: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, with options to purchase additional voluntary coverage for you or your family; employee-paid long-term disability is also available.
• Financial well-being: A 401(k) with company matching after six months of employment and DailyPay on demand.
• Time and support: Paid time off that includes sick, personal, and vacation time, plus a company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program through Headspace.
• Family-building support: Progyny fertility and family-building resources.
• Veterinary career perks: Team member pet-care discounts, a referral bonus program, and a partnership with the Purdue Veterinary Technology Program.

Bring Your Experience to a Team That Cares

If you’re ready to combine veterinary knowledge with thoughtful coordination and compassionate client support, apply today and help make every surgical experience more seamless for pets, families, and the care team.

Pay range: $19.00 - $25.00/hr based on experience