Locum Veterinary Assistant in Collaborative Hospital Care

VCA Animal Hospitals; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k)

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA North Atlanta Animal Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Patient Care Team in Sandy Springs, GA. You will support doctors, techs, and clients to deliver high-quality care for our patients in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and compassionate medicine, with opportunities to grow within a supportive hospital culture and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant experience in a general practice, specialty, or emergency setting.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Experience supporting diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A team-oriented mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A desire to continue learning and growing within the veterinary profession.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration).
• Safely and compassionately restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures, including radiographs, laboratory sample collection, and in-house testing.
• Support surgical and dental procedures through patient preparation and recovery monitoring.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Educate clients on preventive care, treatments, and discharge instructions.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Help ensure a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment.
• Serve as a dependable team member who contributes to a positive and collaborative culture.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Patient handling & restraint

Diagnostics & surgical support

Client communication

multitasking & organization

Team mindset & patient care

Willingness to learn

Job description

VCA North Atlanta Animal Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Patient Care Team in Sandy Springs, GA. You will support doctors, techs, and clients to deliver high-quality care for our patients in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and compassionate medicine, with opportunities to grow within a supportive hospital culture and comprehensive benefits.