Veterinary Assistant Neurology

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation & sick time

401(k) with company match

Continuing Education allowance

Job summary

VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Neurology team at our 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care service. West Palm Beach, FL offers a coastal lifestyle with a strong veterinary community.

You will assist with neurologic patients, imaging procedures, anesthesia support, and client education in a fast-paced specialty hospital setting. This role provides comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Assistant with neurology support preferred.
• Ability to restrain, examine, and treat neurological patients.
• Experience preparing patients for MRI, CT, CSF collection, and surgery.
• Ability to educate and support clients and document patient histories accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist neurologist with patient restraint, examinations, and treatments.
• Prepare patients for advanced diagnostic procedures and surgery.
• Safely handle and transport patients with mobility issues.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment areas and sanitation protocols.
• Assist with anesthesia prep, recovery, and post-operative care.
• Document histories, vital signs, weights, and meds.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and client service reps.

Skills

Animal handling

Medical records

Client communication

Team coordination

Tools

MRI equipment

CT imaging

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Neurology team at our 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care service.

About Us

VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists was established in West Palm Beach in 1998 and has flourished from a single-specialty practice into a full-service, multi-disciplinary, specialty-only practice. We reside in a 32,000 sq. ft. facility that operates 24/7/365 and includes an in-house national reference laboratory, blood bank, and Education Center with a 125-seat auditorium, conference room, and meeting hall for continuing education programs. Our Advanced Imaging department offers on-site MRI, CT, C-Arm, and Linear Accelerator (Halcyon). Our staff of Board Certified specialists includes three Surgeons, three Internists, an Emergency and Critical Care Service, a Neurosurgeon, a Radiation Oncologist, and a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. Our doctors work closely with our nurses and technical staff to provide optimal patient care, careful client service, and open dialogue with referring veterinarians. We are a very integrated practice that uses a team approach to case consultation and management. You will enjoy a diverse and stimulating caseload while employing the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools. West Palm Beach is located on the southeast coast of Florida, blessed with pleasant year-round weather and beautiful white-sand beaches. Urban, suburban, and rural living can all be enjoyed within close driving distance to the hospital. Come live where people vacation! Check out our website: https://vcahospitals.com/palm-beach-vet-specialists

Compensation

Compensation: $23.00 - $26.00 / hr based on skill set and experience.

Scheduling

Scheduling: Full-time, (4) ten-hour shifts

About the Role

As an experienced Veterinary Assistant, we want you to use your skills and knowledge to the fullest. Skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Assist neurologist with patient restraint, examinations, and treatments for neurological patients Prepare patients for advanced diagnostic procedures, including MRI, CT, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection, and surgery Safely handle and transport patients with mobility impairments, seizures, or spinal injuries using appropriate lifting techniques Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and procedure area while adhering to hospital sanitation protocols Assist with anesthesia preparation, patient recovery, and post-operative nursing care under Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, weights, and other medical information accurately Educate and support clients by providing compassionate communication and reinforcing discharge instructions as directed by the veterinary team Process laboratory samples, prepare medications and supplies, and assist with medical record documentation Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced specialty environment

Why VCA

VCA Animal Hospitals is a community of over 800 hospitals across the US, including primary care, emergency, and specialty medicine. We offer world class medicine with home town care. Together we are taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development. At VCA, you will enjoy an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Benefits

• Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
• Opportunities for learning, growth and advancement
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Access to free mental health care, life assistance program, resources like Headspace, etc.
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians
• Tuition support and sponsorships including Veterinary Technology AAS, BAS completion and more
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT)
• Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Job Description Disclaimer

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)

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.

About VCA Animal Hospitals

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.