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PetVet Care Centers' Four Corners Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking Veterinary Assistantto join their team.

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

• The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (, dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years' experience in a veterinary environment, successfully performing all of the duties of this position.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Fear Free certified is a plus!
• Care and Compassion displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support
• Animal Restraint and Safety uses sound judgment when handling patients and always takes appropriate precautionary steps when needed
• Communication uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
• Team Orientation works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
• Dependability demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
• Cleanliness Standards consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
• Energy and Productivity completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
• Time Management manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
• Technical Skills and Learning keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
• Care and Use of Equipment takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range$$ USD

At PetVet Care Centers, were committed to a Culture of Care for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether youre providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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