Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • South Hadley, MA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

VCA South Hadley Animal Hospital is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This is a 4-doctor full-service veterinary hospital offering primary care, illness care, surgery, and dentistry. The ideal candidate will be positive, motivated, and willing to contribute ideas for growth. The hospital fosters an atmosphere of mutual respect, recognition, adaptability, goal-driven work, and engagement. They seek individuals with the determination to overcome obstacles, wear multiple hats, and work effectively as a team.

Requirements

• Positive and motivated attitude
• Willingness to wear multiple hats and work as a team
• Determination to rise above obstacles

Nice To Haves

• Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT)
• Technician in training

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations, patient assessment, and recovery
• Procedural anesthesia and monitoring
• IV fluid administration and CRI calculations
• Hands-free radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Client communications and discharge

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• VTS Career Path financial, and mentorship support
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Free access to Plumbs
• Education platforms such as Vetfolio
• Paid vacation/sick days
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed