Veterinary Assistant

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

Job summary

VCA Lakeside Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant in Reno, NV. The role involves supporting veterinarians by maintaining medical records, assisting in examinations, and providing care to pets. This full-time position offers exposure to a diverse caseload and opportunities for professional growth within the company.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Employee pet discounts

Paid vacation and sick days

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary medicine or an equivalent educational background is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team setting and provide high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining medical records and assisting doctors in exam rooms.
• Preparing surgical suite and managing surgical patients.
• Performing laboratory work and providing compassionate care to hospitalized pets.

Skills

Compassionate care

Technical skills

Patient assessment

Job description

VCA Lakeside Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

Location: 4871 Summit Ridge Drive Reno NV, 89523/easy access off Interstate 80 and N. McCarran

Compensation: $18 - $21 / hr.

Schedule: This position is full-time (minimum of 30 hours). The schedule is a rotating four 10-hour or three 10-hour shifts with a half-day on Saturdays.

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we take our mission to help animals seriously. Check out our hospital’s reviews as we exceed our clients’ expectations with stellar veterinary care.

The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care - with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

In this position you will be supporting our Doctor and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include:

• Maintaining medical records
• Assisting doctors in exam rooms with patient care and assessments
• Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients
• Filling prescriptions
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for hospitalized pets
• Be willing to work a rotating schedule between the front desk and treatment as or if needed

At VCA, your compassion for companion animals and clients is matched with a commitment to your own 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 learn new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities. Thank you!

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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.