Veterinary Assistant — Career Growth & Great Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Glen Rock (York County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Pet discounts

Paid vacation & sick time

Referral bonus opportunities

Job summary

VCA Old Trail in Glen Rock, PA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant/Technician to support doctors and the tech team, fostering a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients. You will have access to resources to advance your career while contributing to a team with strong longevity and experience.

The ideal candidate enjoys veterinary medicine and is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity while thriving in a busy clinical setting with many benefits and opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary experience (Required).
• Strong understanding of veterinary medicine.
• Ability to communicate effectively with pet owners.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and vaccinations to animals.
• Provide nursing care including phlebotomy, radiology, and injection administration.
• Assist veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
• Maintain medical records and filing systems.
• Assist in the preparation of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assist in surgical patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Educate clients on proper animal care and nutrition.

Skills

Pet care

Client communication

Organizational skills

Job description

VCA Old Trail in Glen Rock, PA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant/Technician to support doctors and the tech team, fostering a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients. You will have access to resources to advance your career while contributing to a team with strong longevity and experience.

The ideal candidate enjoys veterinary medicine and is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity while thriving in a busy clinical setting with many benefits and opportunities