Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Toms River, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

VCA Ocean County Animal Hospital Group is a 3-location, 13-doctor hospital group seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Veterinary assistant to join and our medical team full time. This individual will potentially support our Fischer and Ocean County locations. Our hospitals are proudly AAHA accredited and are constantly working with new medical innovations in order to provide the highest quality care for our patients. We provide full digital x-ray, comprehensive ultrasound, in-house lab, access to boarded specialists, cautery, laparoscopic services, therapeutic cold laser, and exotics medical and surgical treatment to a large client base. Collaboration is a constant in our daily practice, and our team is dedicated to make it their mission to help pets live long healthy lives. To be true to this mission, we rely upon our teaching culture and incredibly supportive leadership. Our hospital’s unique culture values each person’s individual skill and personality, and we are seeking a like-minded professional to oversee and nurture our technical team. We are passionate about supporting veterinary professionals and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Requirements

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Responsibilities

• Support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
• Win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
• Utilize knowledge and skills in physical examinations and patient assessment.
• Perform laboratory work.
• Conduct venipuncture.
• Administer pharmacy services.
• Assist with patient recovery.
• Provide compassionate care of hospitalized animals.

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• CE allowance
• Tuition support and sponsorships
• Vet Tech license reimbursement
• Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous petcare discounts
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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