Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Emmaus (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is expanding and looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their team at a new state-of-the-art facility. This position prioritizes compassionate patient care and exceptional client experiences, offering growth opportunities and a supportive work culture. Applicants can expect competitive wages and a robust benefits package designed to promote career development and personal well-being.

Benefits

Access to financial resources

Career development programs

Veterinary Technology degree tuition support

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary care preferred.
• Ability to create a low-stress environment for clients and pets.
• Skills in compassionate care, diagnostics, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and maintaining a positive atmosphere.
• Deliver outstanding client experiences for exceptional patient care.
• Perform surgical preparations and assist with anesthesia monitoring.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Client education and care

Pharmacy and medication administration

Lab sample collection and processing

Diagnostic imaging

Job description

Join the VCA Mount Kisco Veterinary Clinic Team

We’re excited to announce that we’re moving to a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility—just a short walk from our current location! Our new hospital spans over 6,000 square feet and features a cutting-edge surgical suite, a dedicated dental suite, eight exam rooms, and ample off-street parking for your convenience.

As we expand into our larger, state-of-the-art facility, we're looking to grow our team as well! VCA Mt. Kisco is currently seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join the medical team. We have been serving the community for over 35 years and are committed to upholding a supportive culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality and promotes professional growth. We are driven by personalized patient care and going the extra mile to connect with the community, and we are seeking a like-minded individual to join the Mt Kisco team!

Why Join the VCA Mt. Kisco Team?

We are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.

Some of the benefits we offer:

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Full-time and Part-time positions available

Why We Want You

As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and care
• Pharmacy and medication administration
• Lab sample collection and processing
• Diagnostic imaging
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Dentistry
• Medical recordkeeping

The salary range for this position is $18 - $21 / hour

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now- We look forward to hearing from you!

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