Veterinary Assistant
Stryker Corporation, San Antonio, TX, United States
Veterinary Assistant
Covenant Care Animal Hospital
Leon Valley / San Antonio, TX
Schedule: Full-time 4‑day/10‑hour shifts with rotating Saturdays
Role snapshot: Hands‑on support in a busy small‑animal hospital – patient handling, lab support, surgery recovery monitoring, and keeping the clinic running smoothly.
About You
You’re a compassionate, detail‑oriented Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and takes pride in excellent patient care. In this role, you’ll support DVMs and Techs with treatments, assist with basic laboratory tasks, and help with patient intake and check‑out – making every visit smoother for pets and the people who love them.
Your Experience & Skills
1‑2 years of veterinary clinical experience (Veterinary Assistant or Kennel Technician)
Veterinary Assistant certification preferred (not required)
Reliable team player who can prioritize and stay calm in a busy clinic
Strong communication and customer service skills with pet parents and teammates
Key Responsibilities
Support veterinarians and technicians to deliver safe, high‑quality patient care and a great client experience
Assist with patient flow: rooming, treatments, and discharge support to keep the day running smoothly
Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked clinic and kennel area
Safely restrain dogs and cats using low‑stress handling techniques
Perform basic services as trained (e.g., nail trims, anal gland expressions)
Monitor post‑op and recovering patients and promptly elevate concerns to the technician or veterinarian
Clean, pack, and sterilize instruments and surgery supplies
Remove IV catheters from surgery patients (as trained and per hospital protocols)
Walk dogs and support kennel care as needed
Support the check‑out process (client education, next steps, and a smooth handoff)
Complete other duties as assigned to support hospital operations
You’ll Grow with Us
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Benefits – Our Care in Action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial well‑being. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan support tools and assistance
*Some benefits shown are only for full‑time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.
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Covenant Care Animal Hospital
Leon Valley / San Antonio, TX
Schedule: Full-time 4‑day/10‑hour shifts with rotating Saturdays
Role snapshot: Hands‑on support in a busy small‑animal hospital – patient handling, lab support, surgery recovery monitoring, and keeping the clinic running smoothly.
About You
You’re a compassionate, detail‑oriented Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and takes pride in excellent patient care. In this role, you’ll support DVMs and Techs with treatments, assist with basic laboratory tasks, and help with patient intake and check‑out – making every visit smoother for pets and the people who love them.
Your Experience & Skills
1‑2 years of veterinary clinical experience (Veterinary Assistant or Kennel Technician)
Veterinary Assistant certification preferred (not required)
Reliable team player who can prioritize and stay calm in a busy clinic
Strong communication and customer service skills with pet parents and teammates
Key Responsibilities
Support veterinarians and technicians to deliver safe, high‑quality patient care and a great client experience
Assist with patient flow: rooming, treatments, and discharge support to keep the day running smoothly
Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked clinic and kennel area
Safely restrain dogs and cats using low‑stress handling techniques
Perform basic services as trained (e.g., nail trims, anal gland expressions)
Monitor post‑op and recovering patients and promptly elevate concerns to the technician or veterinarian
Clean, pack, and sterilize instruments and surgery supplies
Remove IV catheters from surgery patients (as trained and per hospital protocols)
Walk dogs and support kennel care as needed
Support the check‑out process (client education, next steps, and a smooth handoff)
Complete other duties as assigned to support hospital operations
You’ll Grow with Us
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Benefits – Our Care in Action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial well‑being. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan support tools and assistance
*Some benefits shown are only for full‑time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.
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