Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Westerville, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Westerville East Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant. At VCA Westerville Animal Hospital, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives for over 25 years. We are proud to be AAHA-accredited and part of the Westerville community. In this role, you will support our veterinarians and technicians in delivering exceptional care to our patients and outstanding service to our clients. 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.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant
• Confident in restraint, medical records, and running diagnostic labs.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
• Restrain animals safely and humanely for procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Educate clients on general pet care and post-operative instructions.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all hospital areas.

Benefits

• Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
• Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability protection.
• Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
• Leadership development and mentorship programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
• 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
• Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
• Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
• Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees