Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•Columbia, MD

10d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Lewis Animal Hospital ( www.vcalewis.com ) is seeking an P/T Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA accredited, 4 doctor general practice in Columbia, MD. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic team and expand your knowledge while working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will share our passion for medicine, while being dedicated to creating and maintaining a healthy work environment. We are looking for team members who are willing to work hard while using critical thinking skills to help create an excellent workplace, and provide top notch care for our patients and clients. The qualified candidate must have previous experience as a veterinary technician. Why VCA We are passionate about supporting veterinary assistants and are committed to your personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. 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. As a member of VCA Lewis, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. You have worked hard to gain experience and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Physical examinations and patient assessment Laboratory work Client communication Pharmacy Patient recovery Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Requirements

The qualified candidate must have previous experience as a veterinary technician.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
Access to Headspace app
Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
Paid parental leave
Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Referral bonus opportunities
Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more