Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Cincinnati, OH

12d

About The Position

VCA Madeira Animal Hospital is excited to expand our team and is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant! We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team part-time . The ideal candidate will support our veterinarians and technicians in delivering top-notch medical care, ensuring the well-being of our patients, and maintaining a clean and organized facility. We’re excited to meet you and welcome you to our team. Apply today! If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience in a veterinary setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Genuine compassion for animals and their owners.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures.
• Safely restrain animals for treatments and diagnostics.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
• Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, feces).
• Perform basic diagnostic tests, including radiographs and blood tests.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Educate clients on general animal care, nutrition, and post-treatment instructions.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of examination rooms, surgical areas, and kennels.
• Manage inventory and order medical supplies as needed.
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and answering phones.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED