Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•Fairhaven, MA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Capeway Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to join their state of the art, full service hospital in Fairhaven, MA. The hospital emphasizes delivering the best medical care to each patient and values a unique culture that supports individual growth and development. They are looking for a like-minded professional to join their team.

Requirements

Compassionate patient care
Client education and care
Pharmacy and medication administration
Lab sample collection and processing
Diagnostic imaging
Surgical preparation and assisting
Anesthesia monitoring
Dentistry
Medical recordkeeping

Nice To Haves

Seasoned Veterinary Assistant
Technician in training

Responsibilities

Help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience.
Provide compassionate patient care.
Client education and care.
Pharmacy and medication administration.
Lab sample collection and processing.
Diagnostic imaging.
Surgical preparation and assisting.
Anesthesia monitoring.
Dentistry.
Medical recordkeeping.

Benefits

Continuing education support
Personal career development
Growth & leadership opportunities
Career development programs
Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Generous hospital discounts
Product discounts
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Paid parental leave
401(k)
Free mental health resources
Wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
Referral bonuses
Competitive wage
Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities