Veterinary Assistant — Fear Free Care & Client Support

VCA Animal Hospitals; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Headspace subscription

Meditation room

EV charging for staff

Fear Free training support

iCalm music in facilities

Continuing education allowance

Tuition sponsorships

Pet discounts

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) plan

Job summary

VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time, experienced veterinary assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, 11-doctor general and exotics practice just north of Boston. You will support our doctor and technician teams, delivering compassionate care in a high-quality, low-stress environment.

We offer a rich benefits package, strong mentorship, and a culture focused on teamwork, continuing education, and client service.

Qualifications

• Full time, weekend rotation required.
• Experienced veterinary assistant.

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

VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time, experienced veterinary assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, 11-doctor general and exotics practice just north of Boston. You will support our doctor and technician teams, delivering compassionate care in a high-quality, low-stress environment.

We offer a rich benefits package, strong mentorship, and a culture focused on teamwork, continuing education, and client service.