Are you a skilled veterinary assistant with a passion for emergency medicine? Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments where you can make a real difference? If so, VCA Veterinary Emergency Service & Veterinary Specialty Center has an exciting opportunity for you!
About Us:
At VCA Veterinary Emergency Service & Veterinary Specialty Center we provide top-tier emergency and critical care services for pets in need. Our facility is equipped with the latest technology, and our team is comprised of compassionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care. We are currently seeking a dedicated Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic team.
- Assist in Emergency Procedures: Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency surgeries, trauma care, and critical treatments.
- Patient Care: Provide compassionate and attentive care to emergency patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing comfort.
- Client Communication: Communicate effectively with pet owners, providing them with updates and information about their pet's condition and care instructions.
- Maintain Equipment and Supplies: Ensure that all emergency equipment is properly maintained and that supplies are well-stocked and ready for use.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with our emergency veterinary team to ensure the highest standard of care and a seamless operation during emergencies.
Compensation: Starting range is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field
Schedule: Full-time, 4 x10 hour shifts, 3rd shift/Overnight
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra
- Continuing education and internal development programs
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Apply today!
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
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!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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.Skills Required
- Veterinary assistant experience or skills
- Ability to work in emergency medicine and fast-paced, high-stakes environments
- Ability to work full-time overnight shifts
What We Do
A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is a family of hometown animal hospitals dedicated to positively impacting pets, people, and communities. They provide world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year, offering a range of services from primary and urgent care to specialty and emergency medicine. VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands.
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