Veterinary Assistant - PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center

At PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center, we believe every pet deserves top-quality surgical and dental care at an affordable price. From routine spays and neuters to advanced soft-tissue surgeries, mass removals, dental cleanings, and extractions, we deliver expert care with compassion and transparency—minus the sticker shock. We're flipping the script on veterinary care, and now we're looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Katy, TX. If you're passionate about making surgery and dental care more accessible, keeping tails wagging, and creating stress-free experience for pet owners—you'll fit right in. This is a unique opportunity to join a hospital dedicated exclusively to surgical and dental procedures. What You'll Love About PawDoc Transparent, client-friendly approach that removes the guesswork A fresh approach to veterinary care- one that blends a fun experience with trust, compassion, and affordability Working alongside a supportive team that values your skills and ideas and has fun together Happy and grateful clients Helping pets who might otherwise not be able to receive veterinary care The PawDoc Promise We're building a new kind of veterinary care—one that meets pet owners where they are, makes surgery and dental care accessible, and keeps the human-animal bond at the center. Ready to help us change the way pet care is delivered? ?? Join us and be part of something different at PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center! More about the job! Four-day week, every week : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 7am–5pm Closed on major holidays. Competitive entry level pay - $18-$21/hour with benefits and growth opportunities. A supportive, collaborative team that values mentorship and well-being. What you'll do Partner with veterinarian, veterinary assistant, and veterinary technican through pre-op, anesthesia monitoring, procedures, and recovery. Help prepare for surgeries including pack and prep, restraint, preparing go-home packages, and assisting the team. Help patient intake, vitals, sample collection/diagnostics, records, and imaging as needed. Educate clients and keep communication kind, compassionate, and timely. Help us run a tight, high-quality, efficiency-minded floor. What you'll bring A positive can-do attitude and willingness to learn Comfort with modern practice tech and a calm, client-first presence. Perks & benefits Competitive base pay (see above) + bonus potential Medical, dental, vision, life; HSA with company contribution 401(k) with match PTO for real work/life balance Personal Pet Discount To learn more about the position please contact Emily Brechner at ebrechner@lakefieldvet.com or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com. POSITION SUMMARY: The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit. WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions): • Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun • Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between each appointment • Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet’s visit. Document patient information, and update records • Calm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after procedures • Take note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinarians • Provide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, at the Veterinarian’s direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures • Monitor and track pet’s physical status and vital signs following surgery • Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized and boarded pets • Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas • Feed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visit • Respond to general questions from clients • Perform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician assistance • Examine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, and treat them under the direction of the Veterinarian • May administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate client on use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician • Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity • Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets • Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care • Perform other duties as requested WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications): Education : • High School Diploma or GED required *Attending or completion of a NVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician program perferred Professional Licenses/Certifications: • One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred Skills, Ability and Knowledge: • Broad knowledge of animal science • Basic knowledge of pharmacology • Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and industry internet sites • Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach • Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses • Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills • Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners • Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy • Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities • Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion • Maintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast paced and stressful WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions. May experience aggressive, frightened, abused or injured pets that bite and scratch. This position requires exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds frequently, and/or 10 pounds constantly in order to lift, carry, pull or move objects. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities