Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•San Leandro, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Lewelling Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join its team. The position is based at 525 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94579, and offers compensation of $24–$29 per hour. The schedule is full-time, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with alternating Saturdays. The position description states that it outlines the general nature and level of work and is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management may revise the description or assign other tasks as circumstances change. VCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experienced Veterinary Assistant.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA/FSA options
Fertility benefits
Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave
Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources
100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations
Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing
Continuing education allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, plus access to WOOF University® RACE-approved courses
Access to the latest technology and innovation programs, including VCA Next
Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships and VTNE prep courses
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, plus VETGirl and VIN subscriptions
Free NAVTA membership and Plumb’s subscription
Leadership development and mentorship programs
401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution
100% employer-paid professional liability coverage
Life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary
Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs
Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources
Access to legal resources for common legal services
Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities