Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team in Hanover, PA. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment focused on compassionate care. The ideal candidate will have experience in veterinary assistance and be flexible with scheduling, including evenings and weekends. Join a community that values equity, inclusion, and personal growth while making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. If you're passionate about animal care and ready to thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Growth & leadership opportunities

Career development programs

Veterinary Technology degree tuition support

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Free mental health resources

Referral bonuses

Competitive wage

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant is required.
• Flexible schedule to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
• Deliver outstanding client experiences for exceptional patient care.

Skills

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

Education

Veterinary Technology degree

Job description

Seeking a Veterinary Assistant Part Time!

VCA Conewago Animal Hospital (www.vcaconewago.com) is seeking a P/T Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA accredited, general practice in Hanover, PA. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic team and expand your knowledge while working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will share our passion for medicine, while being dedicated to creating and maintaining a healthy work environment. We are looking for team members who are willing to work hard while using critical thinking skills to help create an excellent workplace and provide top-notch care for our patients and clients. The qualified candidate must have previous experience as a veterinary assistant. The position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Why join the VCA Conewago Family?

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

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

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

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