Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Rutherford, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Rutherford Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join their AAHA accredited, full-service, GP hospital in Rutherford, NJ. The hospital emphasizes delivering the best medical care to each patient and fosters a unique culture that values individual skills and personalities, supporting professional growth. They are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, aiming to be a workplace where talented individuals thrive and do their best work. The role supports a positive, low-stress environment for clients and patients, with the mission to build client confidence through outstanding service to ensure exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and care
• Pharmacy and medication administration
• Lab sample collection and processing
• Diagnostic imaging
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Dentistry
• Medical recordkeeping

Nice To Haves

• AAHA accredited hospital experience
• Full-service GP hospital experience
• Seasoned Veterinary Assistant
• Technician in training

Responsibilities

• Help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
• Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience.
• Provide exceptional care to every patient.
• Utilize knowledge in areas such as compassionate patient care, client education and care, pharmacy and medication administration, lab sample collection and processing, diagnostic imaging, surgical preparation and assisting, anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, and medical recordkeeping.

Benefits

• Continuing education support
• Personal career development
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities

What This Job Offers

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