Veterinary Assistant
Majestic Park Animal Hospital & Vegas Valley Pet Hospital – Las Vegas, NV
Join Our Growing Team!
Are you passionate about helping pets and the people who love them? Do you want to be part of building a new, community-focused veterinary hospital where your ideas and contributions matter?
Majestic Park Animal Hospital and Vegas Valley Pet Hospital are looking for a compassionate, motivated Veterinary Assistant who is committed to providing exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your veterinary career in a modern facility with experienced veterinarians and supportive leadership.
Why Join Us?
We are building hospitals where pets, clients, and team members feel welcomed, respected, and valued. We believe every team member has a voice, and we encourage collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
Working under the supervision of our veterinarians and alongside licensed veterinary technicians and client support staff, you will assist with patient care, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and client education while ensuring every pet and pet parent receives a five-star experience.
Responsibilities
- Safely and compassionately restrain patients during examinations and procedures.
- Obtain patient vital signs and report abnormalities to the veterinarian.
- Assist with physical examinations, treatments, and medical procedures.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
- Take diagnostic radiographs using proper positioning and radiation safety techniques.
- Perform in-house laboratory testing on blood, urine, and fecal samples or prepare samples for outside laboratories.
- Monitor patients during anesthesia and assist with anesthetic recovery.
- Assist with dental procedures, including cleanings, polishing, dental charting, and radiographs.
- Assist with surgical preparation, procedures, and patient recovery.
- Educate clients on preventive care, medications, and treatment plans.
- Communicate professionally with clients in person and over the phone.
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Passion for animal health and exceptional client care.
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Professional, compassionate, and respectful attitude.
- Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Dependable with a strong sense of accountability.
- Comfortable learning and using veterinary technology and software.
- At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary clinical setting preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee pet care discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Uniforms provided
Employment Type
If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your veterinary career while making a meaningful impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and help us provide exceptional care for every pet and every client, every day.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
