Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant – Shelter & Clinic Support
Location: Harris County, TX
Pay: $16.50 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Frequency: Weekly Pay
Schedule: 40 hours per week | Rotating weekends required
Openwork is partnering with Harris County to recruit a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to support veterinary clinic and shelter operations. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment where your daily efforts contribute directly to improving the health and wellbeing of animals.
If you are passionate about animal care, enjoy working in a hands-on environment, and want to be part of a team that supports the community, this position provides both purpose and professional growth.
Position Overview:
The Veterinary Assistant provides support to veterinary professionals by assisting with examinations, treatments, and routine medical procedures. This position also plays an important role in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment while ensuring animals receive attentive and compassionate care.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinary staff with animal examinations, treatments, and medical procedures.
- Provide daily care for animals including feeding, monitoring, and maintaining clean enclosures.
- Safely restrain animals during examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
- Administer medications and assist with diagnostic testing under veterinary supervision.
- Maintain sterile work areas and assist with cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments.
- Accurately enter medical records, treatments, and observations into the clinic software system.
- Support radiography procedures and preventative care services.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout clinic and treatment areas.
- Provide guidance to pet owners regarding post-treatment care and responsible pet ownership.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in animal care, veterinary clinics, or shelter environments.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Proficiency with basic computer systems and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to remain organized and detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working collaboratively within a team.
Work Environment:
This role takes place in an active shelter and clinic environment and may involve exposure to noise, odors, animal allergens, and varying temperatures .
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and move throughout the workday.
- Frequent bending, lifting, and stooping.
- Ability to safely restrain animals.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
What This Opportunity Offers:
- $16.50 per hour with weekly pay.
- Full-time schedule with consistent hours.
- Opportunity to work in a public service environment supporting animal welfare.
- Hands-on experience working alongside veterinary professionals.
- A rewarding role that helps improve the lives of animals in the community.
About Openwork:
Openwork is a staffing and workforce solutions company with more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We partner with organizations that strengthen communities and provide individuals with opportunities to build rewarding careers.
If you are passionate about helping animals and want to contribute to a team focused on care and compassion, apply today to be considered for this Veterinary Assistant opportunity in Harris County .
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