Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal HospitalsLafayette, IN
Onsite

About The Position

Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Lafayette Animal Hospital. About Our Hospital: VCA Lafayette Animal Hospital is a 6-doctor practice providing preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client education while maintaining a welcoming, supportive workplace where everyone can succeed. The Opportunity: As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

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
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