Patient Care Attendant / Technician Assistant

Patient Care Attendant

VCA Spring Branch Animal Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Attendant to join our busy 7 doctor practice.

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clientele and the highest quality care to the hospitalized patients.

In this position, you will support and assist Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants daily in the treatment room area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Assisting doctors and technicians.
• Monitoring and care for pets in the treatment area. Demonstrate knowledge and effective execution of compassionate patient care, handling and medical responsibilities as appropriate for maintaining health and comfort of our hospitalized, sick and well patients.
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Prepare surgical packs.
• Assist with technician appointments.
• Communicate effectively with clients and other associates.
• Cleaning cages.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized environment for staff and clients.
• Assist with inventory and stocking.
• Follow standard hospital procedures including the ability to read, understand and follow proper healthcare documentation guidelines for basic medical records.

Experience in the animal healthcare industry preferred.

Ability to sit, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch and climb as well as manipulate up to 40 pounds.

We offer competitive compensation and great benefits for eligible employees, including medical / dental, generous personal pet care discounts and more!

Benefits : We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation / sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page.