PT Veterinary Assistant – Surgery & Appointments

Who is VetEvolve

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support tools and structure they need to thrive without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth not as an end in itself but as a way to strengthen our practices expand access to care and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work build meaningful careers and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Position Summary:

The Surgical/Appointment Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinary team in providing attentive efficient and compassionate care to patients and their families. This role assists with surgical and appointment-related duties performs a range of clinical and technical tasks and helps educate clients throughout their pets care. The Veterinary Assistant also contributes to a safe organized hospital environment while helping the team maintain high medical standards smooth daily operations and a positive client experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides compassionate professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients doctors and team members including answering phones and routing inquiries as needed.
• Handles sensitive client situations with empathy and discretion escalating medical questions appropriately.
• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients including IV catheter placement medication administration and ongoing monitoring.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams diagnostics treatments and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals of varying sizes and temperaments using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications draws up vaccines collects lab samples and performs basic lab tests as directed.
• Educates clients on common vaccinations medications and treatment protocols to ensure understanding of care plans and follow-up recommendations.
• Accurately records patient information and maintains organized up-to-date medical records.
• Enters charges accurately and assists with the client check-out process including processing payments when needed.
• Ensures exam rooms treatment areas and hospital spaces are clean stocked and well maintained.
• Demonstrates consistent reliability punctuality and commitment to supporting patients clients and hospital operations.
• Prepare monitor and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care.
• Assistveterinarians during examinations diagnostics treatments and surgical procedures providing proper restraint preparation and patient monitoring.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis hematologyfecals and cytology; accurately document interpret and communicate results asappropriate.
• Operate andmaintaindiagnostic equipment including radiology and ultrasound systems in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and administer medications vaccines and treatments as prescribedmaintainingstrict compliance with DEA OSHA and hospital regulations.
• Maintainaccuratedaily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling storage and documentation of controlled substances.
• Create review and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Support hospital operations throughaccuratemedical recordkeeping charge entry and chart auditing.
• Provide compassionate clear client education related to preventative care treatment plans medications products and nutritional recommendations.
• Maintain clean organized and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures.
• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication teamwork and collaboration across departments.
• Ensure all duties are performedin accordance withstate practice acts legal requirements and hospital policies.
• Performadditionalduties as assigned based on hospital needs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 or more years of experience as a Surgical/Appointment Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstratedproficiencyin anesthesia monitoring venipuncture laboratory procedures radiology and dentistry.
• Basic computer literacy including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communicationand organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Maintains professionalism composure and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
• Capable ofmultitasking in a fast-paced setting whilemaintainingaccuracy and attention to detail.
• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals anesthetic gases radiation zoonotic diseases and animal bodily fluids.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting standing walking bending and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Compensation andBenefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision addition employees are eligible toparticipatein our401(k) retirementplan. Other benefits include paid time off paidholidaysand access to employeeassistanceprogram.

Hours:

• Must be able toworka flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Ready to Learn More

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.