Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Mental wellness resources

Continuing education

Job summary

VCA Welborn Animal Hospital in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to support doctors, technicians, and clients. The role focuses on creating a positive patient and client experience while assisting with exams, treatments, and procedures.

Benefits include a comprehensive package and opportunities for growth within the VCA network. Location is at 7860 Washington Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112, with rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 and education.
• 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.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant exp

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Job description

Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Welborn Animal Hospital

About Our Hospital

VCA Welborn Animal Hospital is a 3-doctor practice providing 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.

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
• Assistdoctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
• Collect patient histories and support client communication and education
• Feed, walk, andmonitorhospitalized pets
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
• Assistwith laboratory samples and diagnostics
• Maintainaccuratemedical records
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years ofVeterinary 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

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

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

Compensation

$16 - 18/hour

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

Schedule

Full-time opportunity, with rotating Saturdays.

Your Next Career Step Starts Here

Location: 7860 Washington Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112

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