Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pet discounts

Paid vacation/sick days

Job summary

VCA All Caring Animal Hospital in Great Barrington, MA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our one-of-a-kind 4-doctor GP practice. Compensation ranges from $21-$23/hr, with daily on-site responsibilities and patient care, radiographs, and client communication.

Located at 440 Stockbridge Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230, we focus on high-quality care for small animals. Join a supportive team committed to mentorship, employee benefits, and a fulfilling career in a tight-knit community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day tasks including communicating with clients on the phone, in the exam room, or in follow-up care.
• Work with the veterinarians and their needs in treatment of patients; handle patients, radiographs, drawing of specimens, and more.

Job description

VCA All Caring Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary assistant to join our one-of-a-kind 4-doctor GP practice!

Location: 440 Stockbridge Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $21-$23/hr

We are a small animal focused practice that works to make sure that we are providing the best care for the animals that we treat. The job will entail all of the day to day things that happen each day, whether it is communicating with our clients on the phone, in the exam room, or follow care the next day. You will be working with each of the veterinarians and their needs in the treatment of the patients. Task that will include handling of patients, radiographs, drawing of specimens' and so much more. A challenging job but a rewarding one.

Our hospital has been serving the Berkshire community for over 25 years. We are AHAA accredited and believe in providing the best possible care to our patients. Our tight knit community is a great place to call home. Many of us can be found at local restaurants, cultural venues and out on one of the many walking trails!

At VCA All Caring, you can be the Veterinary Assistant you have always wanted to be! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more! Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for the next step in your career or a new graduate seeking mentorship, our team is ready to partner with you.

Among the reasons to consider joining VCA are:

• VCA hospitals are former private-practices that retain the spirit that made them successful
• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Network of 4,500+ doctors, including more than 600 Specialists
• Largest provider of Private Practice Internships and Residencies in the U.S.
• WOOF University, offering abundant CE for Doctors and Technicians
• Robust Clinical Studies program
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities

VCA adds value to your compensation package with the following:

• Competitive wage
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Opportunity to teach and mentor
• 401(k)
• Life and Long Term Disability insurance

Ready to be part of a team that feels like family?

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