Surgical Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Training & Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunities

VetGirl discounts

NAVTA membership

CE allowance

Licensure support

LVT reimbursement

Wellness subscriptions

Referral bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Infertility benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Plumbs access

Vetfolio access

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Kalamazoo is actively recruiting an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our surgery team in Portage, MI. This position offers opportunities to advance toward licensure as a veterinary technician while working in a high-quality, education-focused environment.

Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $31.00 per hour, with a Monday–Thursday schedule. We provide extensive benefits, tuition support, and professional development opportunities to help

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in surgery and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Restains and handles patients safely during pre-op, procedures, and recovery.

Skills

Patient handling

Surgical prepping

Anesthesia support

Sterilization

Record keeping

Client communication

Tools

Autoclave

Job description

VCA Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Kalamazoo is actively recruiting an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our surgery team in Portage, MI. This position offers opportunities to advance toward licensure as a veterinary technician while working in a high-quality, education-focused environment.

Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $31.00 per hour, with a Monday–Thursday schedule. We provide extensive benefits, tuition support, and professional development opportunities to help