Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC

Veterinary Assistant Veterinary Clinic of Pearland

Location US-TX-Pearland
ID 2025-2974
Category
Veterinary Assistant
Position Type
Full-Time

Practice

The Veterinary Clinic of Pearland proudly serves the pets of Pearland, Alvin, Houston, S. Houston, Manvel, Friendswood, TX and surrounding areas with full-service small animal care. We have a beautiful, newly renovated facility featuring 5 exam rooms, an enhanced treatment area, modern reception, and more.

More about the Role

The Veterinary Clinic of Pearland is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. Since opening in 2017 under the leadership of Dr. Venkata Draksharam, our clinic has been committed to providing affordable, preventative care while prioritizing compassion and comfort for both pets and their owners. Our services include wellness and sick exams, vaccinations, blood testing, dental cleanings, spay/neuter surgeries, and flea and heartworm prevention. 

 

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a veterinary setting and be confident in safely handling cats and dogs of all sizes. Responsibilities include assisting the veterinarian with exams and procedures, performing basic lab work, preparing treatment areas, and providing excellent client communication. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a genuine love for animals are essential. The candidate must be dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented.

 

This is a full-time with flexible scheduling. Our clinic is open Monday through Saturday. Availability on some Saturdays is required. We offer staff discounts, on-the-job training, and opportunities for growth within a supportive and client-focused environment. At the Veterinary Clinic of Pearland, we treat every pet as if they were our own and are excited to welcome someone who shares our passion for exceptional veterinary care.

Competencies

  • Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
  • Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
  • Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
  • Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
  • Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
  • Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
  • Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
  • Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
  • Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
  • Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
  • Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
  • Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
  • Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
  • Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Ability to work on weekends as required
  • Previous veterinary experience preferred
  • Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
  • Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
  • Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
  • Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
  • Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

  • 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

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy. 

Pay Range

USD $11.00 - USD $14.00 /Hr.

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