Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Brookline, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Brookline Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team at a fast-paced, general medicine practice that has been an integral part of the Brookline community for over 30 years. The hospital has become a trusted care provider in MA due to its knowledgeable and highly skilled doctors and staff. The medical team consists of six veterinarians, twenty technicians and assistants, and eight receptionists. The hospital is committed to providing patients and clients with the best care possible and fosters a unique culture that values each person’s individual skill and personality. VCA is passionate about supporting veterinary assistants and technicians and is committed to continuing education and personal career development. VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strives to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. They support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.

Requirements

• Experienced Veterinary Assistant
• Weekend rotation required

Nice To Haves

• 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

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed