Veterinary Assistant, Avian and Exotics

Ethos Veterinary Health•Houston, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is a leader in specialized care for companion animals, known for excellence and collaboration with the veterinary community. Our state-of-the-art facility and expert team provide top-tier care across a range of specialties, including emergency, cardiology, oncology, neurology, surgery, and more. Join us and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day. It is the responsibility of the Veterinary Assistant (VA) to give responsible and compassionate care to all GCVS patients. They are responsible for monitoring and treating patients and keeping detailed records during hospitalization. A VA must have good communication skills with the doctors, CSTs, PCTs, VTs, CPCs, and other VAs to perform the work as delegated and produce quality results. Cleaning and stocking of all common areas is a daily activity that is required to maintain the standard level of care required at GCVS. This position requires a dependable, high-energy person who can handle multiple tasks at one time as well as a high stress, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High School diploma is required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to thrive under pressure and make informed decisions in fast-paced situations.
A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to patient well-being.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree (A. A.) or Bachelors is preferred
Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) preferred
Experienced Veterinary Assistants with at least 2 years of experience preferred
Prior experience with exotics/wildlife is preferred.
fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

Provide patient care, including medication administration, laboratory testing, oxygen therapy, IV fluid management, and wound/bandage care.
Place, maintain, and monitor peripheral, central, and urinary catheters.
Collect and process diagnostic samples, including blood, urine, fecal, and soft tissue samples.
Monitor and document patient vitals, intake/output, alerts, and overall condition; communicate concerns to veterinarians.
Assist with patient transport, drop-offs, triage, tech appointments, and movement between hospital departments.
Collaborate with veterinary teams and participate in required meetings.
Maintain accurate medical records, support phone communications, and complete general administrative tasks.
Support hospital operations through stocking, cleaning, laundry, patient walks, dishwashing, and oxygen tank refills.