Veterinary Assistant

A Caring Doctor (Minnesota), P.A.; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 22,027 - 28,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous 401(k) retirement plan with match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Continuing Education Allowance

Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Liberty, MO is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to provide exceptional support to veterinarians and enhance pet care quality. You will play a vital role in patient flow, assisting with surgical processes, client education, and maintaining a safe environment.

The position offers a pay range of $15.99 - $20.44 hourly based on experience and skills, along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, retirement plans, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with veterinary team.
• Experience in monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets.
• Skills in educating clients about pet health.

Responsibilities

• Act as extra support for veterinarians and technicians.
• Prepare and monitor pets in the hospital.
• Provide educational resources to clients.

Skills

Communication with veterinarians

Monitoring pets

Client education

Technical skills in pet care

Mentoring

Job description

Responsibilities

• Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and maximize productivity.
• Communicate with veterinarians, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, including performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance.
• Prepare or complete preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.
• Monitor hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.
• Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Assist with surgery as applicable.
• Utilize technical skills to the fullest within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
• Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

The pay range for this role is $15.99 - $20.44 hourly. The specific rate is determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program for Full‑Time DVMs
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Top‑Tier Mental Health and Well‑Being Resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions
• Associate Life Insurance (company‑paid) and optional Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company‑Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption
• Continuing Education Allowance for eligible positions
• Back‑Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources
• Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Exercise Therapy program
• Voluntary Protective Benefits, including coverage for hospital stays, critical illness and accidents
• Legal Plan for various legal needs
• Identity Protection services
• Commuter Benefits to reduce commuting costs
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets
• Exclusive discounts on products and services

About Us

Banfield is a community of caring people marked by a diversity of thought, background and approach. Together, we’re bonded by a commitment to our purpose: a better world for pets. Our pledge is to create an inclusive environment where associates can be themselves, so that we can find value in our differences and uphold the health and well‑being of our associates.