Veterinary Assistant

Preston Road Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! We are looking for a compassionate, motivated team player who is committed to excellent client service and exceptional patient care.

The ideal candidate:

• Comfortable around dogs and cats
• Adaptable to change and new environments
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities
• Great attention to detail, efficient, and friendly
• Enjoys connecting with clients as well as the team
• Willingness to cross train and jump in where needed
• Committed to a career in veterinary medicine with interest in growth and ongoing training
• Veterinary assistant experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate!

This is a full-time role with a flexible schedule. Candidates must be open to working rotating weekend/holiday hours.

Skills and responsibilities:

• Patient handling and restraint
• Blood draws
• Lab work
• SQ/IM Injections and medication administration
• Microscopic evaluation - setting up blood smears, fecal cytology, ear cytology, skin cytology
• Client service and communication
• Managing phone calls
• General boarding and kennel duties

Full-time benefits and compensation:

• Compensation: $13- $16/hr (based on experience)
• Bonus package: $500 (based on experience)
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA option)
• 401k options
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet discounts
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth potential
• Great team culture
• And more!

About the Chastain Veterinary Medical Group:

We value our people for their rich histories, talents, and unique perspectives, not just for their degrees, employment histories, or technical skills. We believe that our best shot at serving the families of North Texas comes from hiring and retaining the best people in the industry. Our practices are well-managed with a top quality, mature, and professional veterinary professionals, and we have a high-end clientele that values their pets and generally allows complete workups. For the last two decades, we’ve focused on hiring diverse talent, building intelligent teams, and fostering a supportive culture. If you’d like to practice quality veterinary medicine with us, we encourage you to connect. For more information about the practice, pets, and passion at Chastain visit our website.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person