Veterinary Assistant

Company Overview

Joining Crestview Veterinary Clinic at Tech Ridge means stepping into a practice deeply rooted in community trust and quality small animal medicine. Our mission is to deliver excellent, compassionate care, a commitment the community recognizes through our outstanding 4.9-star Google rating. This score reflects the dedication of every single one of our teammates and the lasting relationships we build with our clients and their pets. If you are looking for a place where patient care is the absolute priority, you have found the right opportunity to do your best work.

We know that career longevity depends on robust support and a culture built around education. As a teammate here, you benefit from a network that actively invests in your professional goals, whether you are seeking to become a credentialed veterinary technician or are aiming for a leadership position. We prioritize giving our teammates the stability and resources necessary to succeed, ensuring you receive the mentorship, educational allowances, and protected time needed to focus on continuous improvement in your field.

Crestview Veterinary Clinic focuses exclusively on small animal practice, giving you the opportunity to refine your skills within a focused medical environment. Though we are a community practice, our connection to a broader network means our veterinarians have seamless access to internal specialty consultations and resources, ensuring you can provide thorough, multi-disciplinary care when challenging cases arise. We are committed to fostering a medical environment where providing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic options is the standard, allowing you to continually elevate the quality of medicine you practice.

Located in Austin, TX, our clinic puts you at the center of one of America's most dynamic and culturally rich cities. Austin offers an unparalleled quality of life characterized by its incredible live music scene, burgeoning technology sector, and fantastic outdoor opportunities along the Colorado River and in the surrounding hill country. When you clock out, you join a vibrant, welcoming community known for its excellent food scene and commitment to keeping things weird, ensuring you have the perfect backdrop to enjoy your life outside of the clinic.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• 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.

What You'll Bring to the Team

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

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.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k retirement plan, plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options.

Commitment to Growth

For those interested, educational assistance is available to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy paid time off, discounted veterinary care for your own pets, and free 24 / 7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most : the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Physical Requirements : This role requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. You will be routinely exposed to animals and medical equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement : Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.