Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a supportive and family-like team at an established animal hospital in Pittsburgh, where your passion for veterinary medicine will thrive. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team of professionals, enhancing your skills in patient care, laboratory work, and advanced veterinary practices. Enjoy a unique culture that values individual contributions and offers numerous opportunities for professional growth, including continuing education and specialization. With a commitment to providing the best care for pets and their owners, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the veterinary field.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick days

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary practices with skills in patient assessment and compassionate care.
• Ability to perform venipuncture and catheter placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized patients and assist with physical examinations.
• Utilize advanced imaging and monitoring tools in a diverse caseload.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Physical examinations

Laboratory work

Pharmacy

Compassionate care

Job description

Are you looking to be a part of a hospital team that feels like family, while having the support and resources to push your career forward? If so, we would love to connect with you! VCA Met Vet West Animal Hospital in Robinson Township, PA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our one-of-a-kind 5-doctor GP and limited emergency practice!

Our hospital has been serving the Robinson Township community for 20 years. We are AHAA accredited and believe in providing the best possible care to our patients. Our tight-knit community is a great place to call home. Many of us can be found at local breweries, restaurants, and summer festivals!

At VCA Met Vet West, you can be the Veterinary Assistant you have always wanted to be! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more!

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

1. Venipuncture
2. Catheter placement
3. Radiology
4. Physical examinations and patient assessment
5. Laboratory work
6. Pharmacy
7. Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients

At VCA Met Vet West Animal Hospital, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.

You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.

You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.

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!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.