Emergency Veterinary Assistant with Growth & Mentorship

Mars Petcare; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pet discounts

Paid vacation

Sick days

Job summary

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital, newly named and state-of-the-art, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Emergency team full-time at our 25,000 sq. ft. facility in Dallas.

The role offers anesthesia monitoring, technical duties, and care for critical patients with opportunity for growth and mentorship within a collaborative hospital culture. Compensation is $23-$27/hr based on experience, with differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency veterinary care is beneficial.
• Willingness to grow, learn, and develop clinical skills in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Anesthesia monitoring/recovery.
• Full Technician Skill Utilization.
• Venipuncture / IVC placement.
• Monitoring and caring for critical patients.
• Participate in CPR.
• Calculate drug doses.
• Work collaboratively with team members of all hospital services.
• Providing compassionate care for all patients.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

CPR

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Veterinary Assistant certification

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Job description

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital, newly named and state-of-the-art, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Emergency team full-time at our 25,000 sq. ft. facility in Dallas.

The role offers anesthesia monitoring, technical duties, and care for critical patients with opportunity for growth and mentorship within a collaborative hospital culture. Compensation is $23-$27/hr based on experience, with differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shifts.