Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•South Hadley, MA

About The Position

VCA South Hadley Animal Hospital is hiring a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join its four-doctor, full-service veterinary hospital in South Hadley, Massachusetts. The hospital provides primary care, illness care, surgery, and dentistry. Candidates should be positive and motivated, adaptable, goal-driven, engaged, and able to work as part of a team. The team values mutual respect and recognition and encourages associates to share ideas and suggestions. Associates are expected to wear multiple hats and show determination when facing obstacles. The position may suit a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) or a technician in training. Duties include assisting with patient care and procedures, diagnostic imaging, and client communication. The schedule is part-time and variable. Compensation is $19.00–$23.00 per hour, based on skill set and experience. VCA describes a supportive and inclusive work environment with resources for career development. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid vacation and sick time; paid parental leave; a 401(k); disability and life insurance; education and training support; hospital and product discounts; mental health resources; wellness subscriptions; referral bonuses; and infertility benefits. Other resources include free NAVTA membership, RECOVER training, discounted Fear Free certification and VetGirl, continuing education funds for credentialed associates, technician license reimbursement, VTS career-path financial and mentorship support, access to Plumbs and Vetfolio, and career and leadership opportunities.

Requirements

Be positive and motivated.
Be adaptable, goal-driven, engaged, and able to work as part of a team.
Demonstrate determination to overcome obstacles and willingness to wear multiple hats.
Have a credential as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT), or be a technician in training, as described for the role.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with physical examinations, patient assessment, and recovery.
Assist with procedural anesthesia and monitoring.
Administer IV fluids and perform CRI calculations.
Perform hands-free radiology and diagnostic imaging.
Communicate with clients and provide discharge instructions.
Work collaboratively as part of the hospital team and contribute ideas and suggestions.