Veterinary Assistant

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Veterinary Assistant (VA) to join our Emergency (ECC) Department.

Why We Need You: As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet caregiver-by delivering an outstanding client experience-so they will partner with us for the care of their companion animals.

You've worked hard for your credentialing, and we want you to use the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

- Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures

- Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed with patient care

- Maintain a clean work environment to maintain any infectious disease protocols, handle medical/biomedical and infectious waste appropriately

- Maintain inventory and supplies for procedures and patient husbandry.

- Minimum 1 year of experience working in a veterinary hospital

- Excellent communication skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, referring veterinarians, clients, and patients; ability to readily learn new procedures, and must be adaptable

- Ability to work independently while supporting a busy, high-producing department

- Compassion for pets and people, understanding and respect for others' choices.

- The ability to lift to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with allergens, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste.

Schedule: Full-Time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts, with one weekend off. We are looking to add team members to our swing and overnight shifts.

Why You Should Consider Us: At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.

- You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.

- You will sharpen your skills-and even learn some new techniques-and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.

ALL dependent on education, experience, credentials, location, nature of practice, schedule, and additional responsibilities.

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log in to Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs.

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!

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

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