Full-Time Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Care & Growth

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Pleasant Grove (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition support

Head Space mental health subscription

Referral bonuses

Competitive wage

Generous pet care discounts

Disability insurance

Job summary

VCA Timpanogos Animal Hospital in Utah is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant to join the team as a full-time member of our doctor and technician staff. You will help provide an outstanding client and patient experience while supporting exams, procedures, and daily hospital operations.

Pay ranges from $16.50 to $20.00 per hour, with 40 hours per week and opportunities to grow through continuing education and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in veterinary exams and procedures.
• Ability to take medical histories and vitals from clients and patients.
• Capable of recording accurate medical records and observations.
• Comfort with medication handling and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and assist in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Take detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Fill prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Perform laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
• Maintain medical records accurately.
• Assist Doctor and Technician staff as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Exam assistance

Vital signs

Medical history intake

Restraint and handling

Customer service

Job description

VCA Timpanogos Animal Hospital in Utah is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant to join the team as a full-time member of our doctor and technician staff. You will help provide an outstanding client and patient experience while supporting exams, procedures, and daily hospital operations.

Pay ranges from $16.50 to $20.00 per hour, with 40 hours per week and opportunities to grow through continuing education and a supportive work environment.