Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Honolulu (HI); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leaveMental wellness (e‑

Continuing education and internal dev

Employee pet discounts

Descripción de la vacante

VCA Gentle Vets Animal Hospital in Hawaii is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians, ensuring a positive experience for pets and families. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate patient care, and growth within a collaborative hospital setting.

The position offers full-time hours with a competitive pay range and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, along with opportunities for continuing education.

Formación

• 1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures.
• Collect patient histories and support client communication.
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs.
• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Patient care

Attention to detail

Descripción del empleo

Veterinary Assistant at VCA Gentle Vets Animal Hospital

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, flexible scheduling available

About Our Hospital

VCA Gentle Vets Animal Hospital provides high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client service. We pride ourselves on creating a collaborative, supportive environment where team members can learn and grow.

About VCA

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world‑class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

What You’ll Do

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
• Collect patient histories and support client communication
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Passion for patient care and client service

Total Rewards

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leaveMental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra
• Continuing education and internal development programs

Compensation

$18.00 – $22.00/hour

Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Your Next Career Step Starts Here

Whether you’re starting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you.

6650 Hawaii Kai Dr #105, Honolulu, HI 96825

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