Veterinary Assistant at Canyon Creek Family Vet

Canyon Creek Family Vet • Sherman, TX

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About The Position

The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment. The role includes monitoring hospitalized pets, maintaining inventory, preparing prescriptions, performing routine in-house laboratory work, educating clients about veterinary care and procedures, and assisting with surgery. The assistant works closely with veterinarians and practice team members to provide compassionate patient care and a high level of client service.

Requirements

• Ability to work weekends as required.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to support patient safety.

Nice To Haves

• Previous veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine, surgery, and other tasks as needed.
• Assist with outpatient exams by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Collect blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs while following proper safety procedures.
• Handle and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the veterinarian’s discretion.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment areas, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Help keep public areas clean and clean and maintain medical equipment.
• Interact warmly, courteously, and professionally with clients, and compassionately with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members about client discussions, patient plans, and client concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed