Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join their supportive team in Pasadena. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of animals, including exotic pets, in a collaborative environment. The practice emphasizes compassion and education, ensuring that both pets and their owners receive the best care possible. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Vacation

401(k)

Uniform Allowance

Employee Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician.
• Skills in administering medications and blood collection.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to animals and support to clients.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in various veterinary procedures.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Client Education

Animal Handling

Anesthesia Monitoring

Blood Collection

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary assistant or technician to join our friendly, experienced and supportive team.

Our practice is located in Pasadena Maryland, and we recently celebrated our 20-year anniversary serving the community and their pet family members. Our practice is one of the few in the area offering care to local exotic patients. If you are a compassionate, dedicated, enthusiastic, positive, and intelligent Veterinary assistant or technician who is looking for a practice to call home and to work in a collaborative team environment, please apply.

Candidates for this position should possess at least 2 years of experience performing the work of a Veterinary Assistant/Technician: client education, administering medications, cephalic & saphenous blood collection and catheterization, animal handling, anesthesia monitoring etc.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including, medical/dental/vision coverage and paid vacation (for F/T employees only), 401(k), uniform allowance, generous personal pet care discounts, and more.

This position pays $16.00 - $24.00, dependent on experience, education, certification, etc.

We understand that our clients have choices in their veterinary care. Our mission is to never take our clients for granted and provide education, coaching to them on pet care and the support needed to care for their pets.

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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.