Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Hamilton, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our busy growing practice. Veterinary assistants perform a wide range of skills and training is provided. We pride ourselves in providing the best care possible to our patients. We are a VCA hospital but don't be discouraged by the corporate name we are a small hospital providing hometown care for pets. As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain 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. Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in.

Requirements

• Veterinary Assistant skills
• Ability to create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients
• Ability to win the confidence of pet parents by delivering an outstanding client experience
• Ability to provide exceptional care to every patient
• Use knowledge invested in time and talent

Nice To Haves

• Technician in training

Responsibilities

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and care
• Pharmacy and medication administration
• Lab sample collection and processing
• Diagnostic imaging
• Medical recordkeeping

Benefits

• Continuing education
• 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
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

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