Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Feist Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support a dedicated team in providing exceptional care. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as assisting with exams, maintaining medical records, and ensuring a welcoming environment for patients. Join a supportive workplace committed to both employee engagement and animal welfare with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Free NAVTA membership

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) with company match

Referral bonus opportunities

Internal CE and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting required.
• Passion for animals and desire to learn and grow in veterinary field.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, comfortable handling animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures.
• Take patient histories and perform TPRs.
• Restrain animals safely and compassionately.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Animal handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: 1430 Marshall Avenue St. Paul, MN 55104

Join Our Amazing Team at VCA Feist Animal Hospital!

Are you looking for a hospital where you feel valued and supported? Come be part of a team that prioritizes both patient care and employee engagement!

We’re currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated and compassionate team.

About Us:
VCA Feist Animal Hospital has been serving the St. Paul community since 1911. We’re known for providing exceptional medical care and outstanding client service, all in a calm, welcoming environment.

We’re proud to partner with local rescue organizations, including Animal Humane Society, Minnesota Humane Society, Grey Face Rescue, and Pet Haven.

Our Services Include:

• Preventative and Wellness care

• Surgical and dental care

• Advanced services like ultrasound, orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries

• On-site consults with board-certified specialists in radiology and dermatology

If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and looking for a team that will support your growth, we’d love to meet you!

Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

Advancement and leadership opportunities

• Internal CE and development opportunities
• Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
• Tuition assistance includingVeterinary TechnologyAssociates, Bachelors completion and more
• Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
• Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
• Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
• Access to Headspace app
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
• Growing network of onsite social workers
• Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
• Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships

Schedule: Full- time opportunity. 8 - 10 hour shifts with rotating Saturdays.

Compensation: $18 - 25/hr. The starting range for technicians is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting

• A passion for animals and a desire to learn and grow in the veterinary field

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments

• High school diploma or equivalent required

What You'll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities):

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures

• Take patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration)

• Restrain animals safely and compassionately

• Prepare and clean exam rooms

• Assist with radiographs, lab sample collection, and basic in-house diagnostics

• Maintain accurate medical records and support charting

• Provide client education and ensure excellent service during visits

• Support surgery prep and recovery as needed

• Help maintain a clean, stocked, and organized hospital environment

Ready to build a career where compassion and collaboration are at the heart of what you do? Apply today and help us shape the future of veterinary care—one patient at a time.

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com