Overnight Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading animal hospital as an Overnight Veterinary Assistant. Support doctors and technicians in providing high-quality veterinary care. Enjoy a diverse caseload and opportunities for professional growth. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k)

Employee Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical records and prepare surgical suite.
• Perform laboratory work and provide care for hospitalized pets.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Join to apply for the Overnight Veterinary Assistant role at VCA Animal Hospitals

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will believe in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care, possessing the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

In this position, you will support our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties include:

• Maintaining medical records
• Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients
• Filling prescriptions
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
• Providing compassionate care for boarded and hospitalized pets

At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people are matched with a commitment to your professional growth. You will gain exposure to a diverse caseload, utilize advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and collaborate with over 4,500 doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.

You will sharpen your skills, learn new techniques, and explore career options such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.

If you are a current associate, please apply through our internal career site by logging into Workday and clicking on the Jobs Hub app or searching for Browse Jobs.

Benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid vacation/sick days), 401(k), employee pet discounts, and more.

The information provided describes the general nature and level of work. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or assign additional tasks as needed.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For more details, see our EEO statement at vcacareers.com.