Veterinary Assistant

Central Houston Animal Hospital, a fixture in the community since 1970, invites you to join a supportive environment dedicated to delivering a new standard of care. Our reputation for excellence is strongly supported by a 4.7-star Google rating, reflecting the deep trust we have earned from pet owners throughout Houston. We emphasize comprehensive veterinary care, blending traditional wellness and surgical procedures with cutting-edge rehabilitative and regenerative medicine.

If you are seeking a career where compassionate, high-quality medicine is the daily norm, this is where you can do your best work.

When you join us, you become part of a larger organization that supports a culture focused on professional growth and specialized education. Programs are in place to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. Our highly collaborative team includes dedicated DVMs, an LVT serving as Director of Rehabilitation, and a CVA/CCRT integrative veterinarian, providing valuable internal expertise you can leverage daily.

This structure ensures every teammate has the opportunity and support necessary to succeed.

We pride ourselves on offering advanced and comprehensive medical care that goes far beyond routine services. Our facility provides full-service medical support, including wellness, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Crucially, we house a robust rehabilitation unit featuring specialized modalities like the Underwater Treadmill (UWT), Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), Cold LASER Therapy, and Acupuncture. We seamlessly integrate these state-of-the-art tools alongside regenerative medicine techniques and manual therapy to address complex orthopedic and neurologic cases.

Furthermore, we are equipped to handle Urgent Care needs, giving our diagnostic teams consistent exposure to a wide range of challenging presentations.

Located in the heart of Houston, Texas, you will be joining one of the country's most dynamic and diverse metropolitan areas. Houston offers an exceptional quality of life, celebrated for its world-class dining, abundant cultural centers, and expansive park system. Our location on Westheimer Road places you centrally within the community, offering easy access to the energy and amenities that make the city such a fantastic place to live, learn, and establish deep professional roots.

Job Description

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note:

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and…