Veterinary Assistant

Pet Services of Michigan, P.C.; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lyra mental health

Healthcare with HSA/FSA

Paid time off

VTNE prep sponsorship

Leadership development

401(k) retirement

Professional liability coverage

Pet care discounts

Transer opportunities

Job summary

VCA Beech Road Animal Hospital in Redford, MI is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for a full-time role with rotating Saturdays. The hospital provides preventative care, surgery, and dental services in a four-doctor practice with a team-focused culture.

The position requires 1+ year of Veterinary Assistant experience, comfort with restraint and medical records, and ability to assist in exams and procedures. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Confident in restraint, medical records, and running diagnostic labs.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
• Restrain animals safely and humanely for procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Educate clients on general pet care and post-operative instructions.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all hospital areas.

Skills

Animal restraint

Medical records

Lab procedures

Client education

Job description

Address: 25885 W 6 Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48240

VCA Beech Road Animal Hospital is excited to expand our team and is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant! Schedule: Full-time opportunity with rotating Saturdays.

About Us

VCA Beech Road Animal Hospital is a four-doctor animal hospital offering preventative and routine care, surgery, and dental procedures. We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, team-oriented culture where learning and professional development are encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will support our veterinarians and technicians in delivering exceptional care to our patients and outstanding service to our clients.

Your responsibilities will include assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, as well as maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring a clean and safe environment.

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and surgical procedures.


• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.


• Restrain animals safely and humanely for procedures.


• Administer medications and treatments as directed.


• Collect and process laboratory samples.


• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.


• Educate clients on general pet care and post-operative instructions.


• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all hospital areas.

Key Benefits

• 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.


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


• 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.


• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Compensation

The starting range for Veterinary Assistants is $16 - 19/hr and is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field.

Qualifications

1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant. Confident in restraint, medical records, and running diagnostic labs.

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!

Information

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).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.

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

Corporate Vision

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.