Vet Assistant - Patient Care & Pet Wellness Education

MARS Veterinary; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,347 - 32,387; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Student debt relief program

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Continuing education allowance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

VCA Inc. in San Jose, California, is seeking a dedicated Vet Assistant. In this role, you will advocate for pets, support veterinarians, and educate clients about pet health and care.

The ideal candidate will have completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program and strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive insurance options, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all required skills of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program.
• Dedicated to work with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and vet technicians.
• Support veterinarians for safety and care continuity.

Skills

Action oriented

Customer focused

Good listeners

Effective communicators

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

VCA Inc. in San Jose, California, is seeking a dedicated Vet Assistant. In this role, you will advocate for pets, support veterinarians, and educate clients about pet health and care.

The ideal candidate will have completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program and strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive insurance options, retirement plans, and paid time off.