Veterinary Assistant: Care Coordinator & Client Education

VCA Inc.; Eugene (OR); 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

Family and childcare support resources

Paid parental leave

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Eugene, Oregon is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring pets' safety and quality care.

Responsibilities include helping maintain patient flow, educating clients on wellness plans, cleaning treatment areas, and mentoring team members. Desired qualifications include a NAVTA-approved certificate and a high school diploma.

Features competitive pay between $15.99 to $20.44 per hour and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a certificate from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or have equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform veterinary assistant skills to aid practice efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate effectively with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Set up procedures requiring no vet assistance.
• Keep treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educate clients on Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentor hospital team members.

Skills

Customer focused

Action oriented

Effective communicator

Good listener

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

VCA Inc. in Eugene, Oregon is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring pets' safety and quality care.

Responsibilities include helping maintain patient flow, educating clients on wellness plans, cleaning treatment areas, and mentoring team members. Desired qualifications include a NAVTA-approved certificate and a high school diploma.

Features competitive pay between $15.99 to $20.44 per hour and comprehensive benefits.