Veterinary Assistant Experienced

VCA Animal Hospitals; Southwick (MA); On-site; USD 26,863 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to a large veterinary community

Leadership opportunities

Career development programs

VCA Charities partnerships

Continuing education allowance

Tuition sponsorships

License reimbursement

Head Space wellness subscription

Referral bonuses

Competitive wage

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Pet care discounts

Life, long and short-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Southwick Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility in Southwick, MA, seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our medical team on a full-time basis. The role includes wide-ranging clinical duties and a commitment to compassionate care for patients.

We offer competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth through a large veterinary network and ongoing education support. Apply today to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Radiology
• Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Job description

Join the VCA Southwick Animal Hospital Team!

VCA Southwick Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility located in Southwick, MA. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients.

We are seeking a like-minded veterinary Assistant to join the medical team full time.

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Continuing education allowance
• Tuition support and sponsorships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous pet care discounts
• Life, long and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
• 401(k)

Compensation and Schedule

Compensation: $19.50 - $24.00 per hour, based on skill set and experience.

Schedule: Full time, Saturday rotation required.

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Radiology
• Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Applicant Information

We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. Apply today on our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to speaking with you!

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).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.