Vet Assistant - Care, Growth & Weekend Schedule

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Lake Shore (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Job summary

Northwest Animal Hospital, part of the VCA family, is seeking experienced Veterinary Assistants for a full-time role with weekend availability. The position offers an approved pay range of $16.00-$17.00/hr and includes collaboration with Doctors and Technicians to deliver exceptional client and patient care.

Join a supportive team committed to education, diversity, and career development within a nationwide veterinary network.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in exams and procedures.
• Ability to take vital signs and medical histories.
• Comfort with filling prescriptions where allowed by law.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Vet Assistant

Patient care

Team support

Vital signs & history

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Medical records systems

Job description

Northwest Animal Hospital, part of the VCA family, is seeking experienced Veterinary Assistants for a full-time role with weekend availability. The position offers an approved pay range of $16.00-$17.00/hr and includes collaboration with Doctors and Technicians to deliver exceptional client and patient care.

Join a supportive team committed to education, diversity, and career development within a nationwide veterinary network.