Veterinary Assistant

PawDoc • Katy, TX

4d • $20 - $23

About The Position

PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for its Katy, Texas hospital, which focuses exclusively on surgical and dental procedures. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians and helps ensure pet safety, comfort, and continuity of quality care before, during, and after procedures. The role includes assisting with surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, procedures, recovery, patient intake, diagnostics, records, imaging, and client communication. The position is scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The hospital is closed on major holidays. The job posting describes the role as entry level and offers $20–$23 per hour, benefits, and growth opportunities.

The Veterinary Assistant also maintains clean, prepared exam and surgical spaces; documents patient information; helps monitor hospitalized, boarded, and post-surgical pets; and provides pet care and client education under veterinary direction. The position calls for a compassionate, client-first approach, comfort with practice technology, and the ability to work collaboratively in a busy veterinary environment. The role has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfort with modern practice technology and a calm, client-first presence.
• Broad knowledge of animal science.
• Basic knowledge of pharmacology.
• Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and industry internet sites.
• Basic written, verbal, and active-listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach.
• Basic mathematical skills for accurate medication and fluid dosing.
• Basic analytical, critical-thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassion and empathy for pets and pet owners.
• Ability to interact professionally, caringly, compassionately, and tactfully with varied clients and employees.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly.
• Ability to remain calm in an environment that can shift from orderly to fast-paced and stressful.
• Ability to work the stated schedule of Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Attendance at or completion of an NVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician program.
• One year of experience in a pet care setting.

Responsibilities

• Partner with veterinarians and veterinary technicians through pre-operative care, anesthesia monitoring, procedures, and recovery.
• Prepare for surgeries, including packing and preparation, restraint, preparing go-home packages, and assisting the team.
• Assist with patient intake, vital signs, sample collection, diagnostics, records, and imaging as needed.
• Communicate with and educate clients in a kind, compassionate, timely, and professional manner.
• Help maintain an efficient, high-quality clinical floor.
• Foster a culture based on respect, learning, doing the right thing, WOW service, and fun.
• Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery areas between appointments.
• Obtain patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and reasons for visits; document information and update records.
• Calm, comfort, soothe, and restrain pets before, during, and after procedures.
• Record examination results and update records as directed by veterinarians.
• Provide pet owners with education and resources on general care and specific conditions or post-procedure care, as directed by veterinarians.
• Monitor and track pets' physical status and vital signs following surgery, and monitor, record, and report the condition and vital signs of hospitalized and boarded pets.
• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas.
• Feed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visits.
• Respond to general client questions.
• Perform and set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance.
• Examine pets and perform basic health checks for signs of disease, illness, or injury, and treat them under a veterinarian's direction.
• Under the direction of a veterinarian or veterinary technician, administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate clients on medication use and side effects as applicable.
• Provide efficient, quality care and exceptional client service while maintaining productivity.
• Support collaboration and teamwork to deliver quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient pet health care.
• Comply with practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay of $20–$23 per hour.
• Bonus potential.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution.
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid time off.
• Personal pet discount.
• Growth opportunities.
• Four-day workweek.
• Closed on major holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED