Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Kalamazoo, MI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Texas Corners Animal Hospital. VCA Texas Corners Animal Hospital offers a wide range of services including wellness care, dentistry, digital radiology, surgery, in-house diagnostics, and preventive medicine, creating excellent opportunities for a Veterinary Assistant to grow their clinical skills every day. You’ll join a hospital team that is collaborative, supportive, and patient-focused. We pride ourselves on strong teamwork, excellent communication, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional care to both pets and their families.

Requirements

• Loves animals
• Enjoys teamwork
• Wants to grow in veterinary medicine

Responsibilities

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
• Collect patient histories and support client communication
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

Benefits

• 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
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

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