Veterinary Assistant - 000260

A Caring Doctor (Minnesota), P.A.; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 22,027 - 28,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Continuing education allowance

Commuter benefits

Family and childcare support resources

Paid parental leave

Legal plan and identity protection

Digital exercise therapy program

Job summary

VCA Inc. is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant in Sunset Hills, Missouri. This role involves supporting veterinarians and ensuring the safety and well-being of pets and clients. Responsibilities include maintaining patient flow, educating clients about preventive care, and mentoring team members.

The ideal candidate will have a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant certificate and demonstrate effective communication. The position offers a competitive pay range of $15.99 to $20.44 per hour, with various benefits including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent experience.
• Ability to perform required skills at an efficient level.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards for safety and organization.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other hospital team members.

Skills

Customer focused

Effective communication

Action oriented

Education

Certificate from a NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

We are looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude, and embrace our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and keep treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educate clients about the Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the required skills of a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

Desired Traits

• Action oriented.
• Customer focused.
• Good listeners.
• Effective communicators.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Optimum Wellness Plans® for pets.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Continuing education allowance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Family and childcare support resources.
• Paid parental leave.
• Legal plan and identity protection.
• Digital exercise therapy program.

Salary

Pay range: $15.99 - $20.44 per hour, depending on experience, skill level, and education.