Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • West Allis, WI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Pahle Animal Hospital is expanding its Patient Care Team and seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant. VCA Pahle Animal Hospital has proudly served the greater Milwaukee community since 1956 and has been AAHA-accredited since its inception. For nearly seven decades, they have helped pets live longer, healthier, and happier lives through exceptional medical care and compassionate support for their families. The hospital serves the greater Milwaukee area, including West Allis, New Berlin, Wauwatosa, Brookfield, Elm Grove, and Greenfield. Their team of skilled veterinarians, technicians, and pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards, with expertise in the latest treatments and medical advancements, committed to delivering top-quality preventive and healing care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. VCA Animal Hospitals is a leader in veterinary care, committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. They are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people, and communities, delivering world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. VCA invests in cutting-edge tools, training, and technology, and has a talented team of 35,000 Associates, including nearly 7,000 veterinarians, nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians, and over 10,000 veterinary assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and post-op recovery
• Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the DVM
• Collect samples and perform in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and home care
• Maintain accurate patient medical records

Benefits

• Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources
• Comprehensive medical insurance with HSA/FSA options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Fertility benefits
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Parental leave
• Bereavement leave
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability protection
• Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations
• Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing
• Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next
• Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses
• Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications
• VETGirl and VIN subscriptions
• Free NAVTA membership
• Free subscription to Plumb’s
• Leadership development programs
• Mentorship programs
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution
• 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage
• Life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary
• Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs
• Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources
• Access to legal resources for common legal services
• Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees