Vet Assistant
Salary
$39,305.00 Annually
Location
Animal Services, Midland, TX, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Fire
Division
Animal Services
Opening Date
08/20/2026
Scope of Work
Reports To:
Supervising Veterinarian and/or Veterinary Technician
The Veterinary Assistant supports the medical team in providing compassionate, efficient, and high-quality care to shelter animals. This role assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, procedures, animal handling, record-keeping, and maintaining a clean and safe medical environment.
Essential Job Duties
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during medical exams, surgeries, and treatments.
- Safely restrain animals for medical care, including dogs, cats, and other species as needed.
- Administer oral medications, topical treatments, vaccines, and preventive care under the supervision of a veterinarian or licensed veterinary technician.
- Monitor animals recovering from anesthesia or medical procedures and promptly report changes in condition.
- Maintain accurate medical records, including updating shelter management software.
- Assist with intake exams, microchipping, deworming, and vaccinations of shelter animals.
- Perform basic diagnostic procedures such as fecal preparation, skin scrapings, and sample collection.
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain medical areas, surgical equipment, kennels, and supplies.
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of controlled substances and medical supplies in compliance with state and federal law.
- Provide excellent customer service to staff, fosters, adopters, and the public when assisting with medical questions or animal care guidance.
- Assist with humane euthanasia procedures as directed by the veterinarian or licensed technician.
- Transport animals safely within the shelter or to outside veterinary facilities when needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of animal handling, behavior, and restraint techniques.
- Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
- Ability to recognize signs of illness, stress, or injury in animals.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.· Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally challenging environment.
- Competence in using computers and shelter management software (training provided).
Physical and Environmental Conditions
- Knowledge of animal handling, behavior, and restraint techniques.
- Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
- Ability to recognize signs of illness, stress, or injury in animals.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally challenging environment.
- Competence in using computers and shelter management software (training provided).
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- At least one (1) year of experience in animal care, veterinary, or shelter setting preferred.
- Must be able to safely handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work on feet for extended periods.
- Valid Texas driver's license and insurable driving record preferred.
Work Environment:
- Exposure to animals, including potential bites, scratches, and zoonotic diseases.
- May be required to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings.
- Fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and emotional resilience.
2:1 Retirement Plan with TMRS
Educational Tuition Assistance Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer
Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union
Competitive pay
Medical/Dental/Vision Plan
PTO accrual
Paid holidays
Employer City of Midland
Address 300 N Loraine St.
Midland, Texas, 79701
Phone 4326857245
Website http://www.midlandtexas.gov