Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal HospitalsChapel Hill, NC
Onsite

About The Position

VCA Timberlyne Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This is a growing practice looking for an individual who is also looking to grow in the Veterinary field. The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. 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.

Requirements

  • Believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care
  • Expertise and technical know-how to make high quality veterinary medicine and patient care happen
  • Ability to create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients
  • Ability to win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience
  • Ability to provide exceptional care to every patient
  • Knowledge invested in time and talent

Nice To Haves

  • Seasoned Veterinary Assistant
  • Technician in training

Responsibilities

  • Maintaining medical records.
  • Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients.
  • Filling prescriptions.
  • Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
  • Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • A variety of additional coverage options
  • Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
  • Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
  • Access to Headspace app
  • Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Holiday pay
  • Paid parental leave
  • Fertility coverage
  • Gender affirmation services
  • Growing network of onsite social workers
  • Generous hospital discounts for your pets
  • A variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Referral bonus opportunities
  • Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
  • Internal CE and development opportunities
  • Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
  • Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
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