Ethos Veterinary Health
Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Veterinary Assistant, GCVS- Nasa
Sports Medicine & Rehab - Webster, TX - Full Time
Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Veterinary Assistant
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the world of veterinary care? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? If you’re a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic individual with exceptional collaboration skills, we want you to join our team at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists- Nasa Parkway (GCVS-NP) as a Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician Assistant!
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) has been committed to delivering exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care, ensuring pets receive the advanced medical attention they deserve for many years. Recognizing the need for high-quality veterinary services in underserved communities, GCVS is expanding its reach with a secondary satellite location in Webster, TX. This new facility will bring the same expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and compassionate care to a broader area, making critical and specialized treatments more accessible to pet owners. With this expansion, GCVS continues its mission of enhancing the well-being of animals and supporting the communities that love them.
Position Summary:
The Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician Assistant is an essential member of the veterinary healthcare team who supports patient care, clinical operations, and hospital efficiency. Veterinary assistants perform supportive clinical and operational tasks based on training, demonstrated competency, hospital protocols, and applicable regulations. This role contributes to patient comfort, safety, workflow efficiency, and a positive client experience. The ideal candidate will support veterinarians and clinicians in providing advanced therapeutic treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth and efficient workflow throughout the department.
Compensation:
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) has been committed to delivering exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care, ensuring pets receive the advanced medical attention they deserve for many years. Recognizing the need for high-quality veterinary services in underserved communities, GCVS is expanding its reach with a secondary satellite location in Webster, TX. This new facility will bring the same expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and compassionate care to a broader area, making critical and specialized treatments more accessible to pet owners. With this expansion, GCVS continues its mission of enhancing the well-being of animals and supporting the communities that love them.
Position Summary:
The Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician Assistant is an essential member of the veterinary healthcare team who supports patient care, clinical operations, and hospital efficiency. Veterinary assistants perform supportive clinical and operational tasks based on training, demonstrated competency, hospital protocols, and applicable regulations. This role contributes to patient comfort, safety, workflow efficiency, and a positive client experience. The ideal candidate will support veterinarians and clinicians in providing advanced therapeutic treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth and efficient workflow throughout the department.
Compensation:
- $20-$22/ hr, compensation based on:
- Critical skillset
- Experience levels
Schedule:
- Full Time
- Monday – Thursday / Monday - Friday
- Exact Schedule TBD based on departmental needs
- Monday – Thursday / Monday - Friday
Core Responsibilities
Patient Care & Husbandry
- Provide daily patient care and support, including safe handling and restraint, feeding, grooming/bathing, ambulation (including assisted or post-procedure patients), comfort measures, and basic rehabilitation activities
- Obtain and document basic patient parameters (e.g., TPR, weight, pain scores) and monitor patients for changes, promptly reporting concerns
- Assist with routine patient care and recovery support, providing comfort measures and basic care as needed.
- Apply Fear Free® and low-stress handling techniques to support patient welfare
Diagnostic & Clinical Support
- Assist with diagnostic testing and sample handling, including in-house and external laboratory preparation, and point-of-care testing
- Support imaging services through patient preparation, positioning, and image acquisition
- Safely and effectively set up and operate CT and MRI equipment to acquire diagnostic images, in accordance with training, supervision, and hospital protocols.
Procedural & Emergency Support
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians/nurses during treatments, procedures, and surgeries, including patient preparation, recovery support, and medical documentation
- Provide support during emergency and critical care situations by assisting with patient handling, equipment readiness, and directed basic life support tasks
- Administer oral, ocular, and aural medications
Hospital Operations & Equipment Care
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of clinical spaces, including exam rooms, treatment areas, surgical suites, and isolation areas
- Clean, maintain, and prepare medical and surgical equipment; operate sterilization equipment; prepare instrument packs; and support procedural setup
- Manage stocking, inventory support, biomedical waste disposal, and maintenance of emergency equipment
Client & Administrative Support
- Assist with client-facing processes, including patient intake, history collection, rooming, admissions, routine discharges, appointment scheduling, and basic follow-up communication under guidance
- Support accurate medical record maintenance and discharge checklist completion
Professional Conduct & Accountability
- Follow all hospital policies and protocols, including those related to safety and infection control
- Perform duties within defined role scope, training, and applicable state or provincial regulations
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, teamwork, and accountability in daily work
- Contribute to a collaborative learning environment by sharing knowledge, experience, and best practices
Who We’re Looking For:
- Required: High School diploma or equivalent
- Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology is preferred
- Two+ years of experience working as a veterinary assistant required, ideally in an emergency or specialty hospital
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-stress environment
- Strong interpersonal and client communication skills with a passion for assisting others.
- Exceptional multitasking abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Dependable, proactive, and team-oriented with a positive attitude.
- Preferably knowledgeable in veterinary practices, pharmacology, medical terminology, and clinic procedures.
- Skilled in social perceptiveness and adaptability to others' reactions to enhance client interactions.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
Benefits Include:
- 401(k) with matching
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life and Disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount)
- Professional development and tuition assistance
- Uniform stipend
- Retirement plan
Why Choose Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists- Nasa Parkway (GCVS-NP)?
GCVS is a leader in specialized care for companion animals, recognized for our dedication to excellence and collaboration with the veterinary community. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care through advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, and compassionate service. We would love to hear from dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference and are excited to grow alongside us. Join our team today and experience the culture you've been looking for!
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey where you can truly make a difference while advancing your career, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of veterinary care and fostering a culture of excellence.
For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.gcvs.com
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
