Relief Veterinary Assistant - Emergency Care & Lab Support

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Pet discounts

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center is seeking an experienced Relief Veterinary Assistant to support our Doctors and Technician team, creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.

You will maintain medical records, prepare the surgical suite, assist with prescriptions, perform laboratory work and diagnostic imaging, and contribute to high‑quality veterinary medicine across our emergency and referral services.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center is seeking an experienced Relief Veterinary Assistant to support our Doctors and Technician team, creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.

You will maintain medical records, prepare the surgical suite, assist with prescriptions, perform laboratory work and diagnostic imaging, and contribute to high‑quality veterinary medicine across our emergency and referral services.