Veterinary Assistant

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Mental health support

CE allowance

VCA Next programs

VTNE sponsorships

Discounts & memberships

401(k) retirement plan

Liability coverage & life insurance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospital of Los Gatos is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team at 524 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and a schedule Monday through Saturday between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CE allowances, mental health resources, and opportunities for professional growth through VCA Next and VTNE sponsorships.

Job description

VCA Animal Hospital of Los Gatos is adding an experienced Veterinary Assistant to our team.

Location : 524 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030 Compensation : $ 22 - $ 26 / hr Schedule : FT Monday through Saturday between 7:00-7:00p

Why join the VCA Animal Hospital of Los Gatos Team

• Benefits: VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates.


• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.


• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.


• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.


• Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long- Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.


• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.


• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.


• Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.


• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.


• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.


• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.


• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.


• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.


• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.


• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.


• Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.


• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.


• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care.

The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.