Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, handling a diverse caseload while delivering exceptional care to pets and their owners. You'll be part of a supportive team that values professional growth and offers access to a wealth of knowledge from experienced veterinarians. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about animal welfare and looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k)

Pet care discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Expertise in high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care.
• Ability to foster lifelong care partnerships for animals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding client experiences and compassionate care.
• Assist in surgeries and monitor anesthesia during procedures.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

Physical examinations

Surgical preparation

Dentistry

Laboratory work

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Compassionate care

Job description

Our team at VCA Crocker Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join us.

We are a four-doctor practice with over 20 years of experience. While primarily a general practice seeing cats and dogs, due to our location, we also handle emergencies. We are located in the heart of San Jose, close to shopping, restaurants, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will believe in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care, with the expertise and technical skills to make them happen.

Why We Need You

As a member of the VCA Crocker team, your mission will be to earn the confidence of pet owners by delivering outstanding client experiences, fostering lifelong care partnerships for their animals. Your skills will include, but are not limited to:

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Radiology
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Physical examinations and patient assessments
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Dentistry
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients

Why Consider Us

At VCA Crocker Animal Hospital, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people are matched with a commitment to your professional development. Benefits include:

• Exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload with advanced imaging and monitoring tools
• Access to the expertise of over 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists
• Opportunities for continuing education, transfers, specialization, and leadership roles
• Competitive salary ($20-$30/hour depending on experience) and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k), pet care discounts, and more

Application Process

If you are a current associate, please apply through our internal career site via Workday by clicking on the Jobs Hub app or searching for 'Browse Jobs'.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For our complete EEO statement, visit our career page at vcacareers.com.