Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA 80 Dodge Animal Hospital is expanding and seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant! At VCA 80 Dodge Animal Hospital, we’re dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy, and happy lives through compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Our AAHA-accredited hospital provides world-class medicine with a hometown feel — delivering excellence in preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and more. Our team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff work collaboratively to ensure every patient and client receives exceptional care and a positive experience.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a veterinary setting
- A passion for animals and a desire to learn and grow in the veterinary field
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures
- Take patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration)
- Restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare and clean exam rooms
- Assist with radiographs, lab sample collection, and basic in-house diagnostics
- Maintain accurate medical records and support charting
- Provide client education and ensure excellent service during visits
- Support surgery prep and recovery as needed
- Help maintain a clean, stocked, and organized hospital environment
Benefits
- Access to the community and financial resources of a large veterinary group
- Leadership and advancement opportunities
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Employer-paid short term disability insurance and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k)
- Provided scrubs
- Free wellness and self-care resources
- Generous hospital discount for your pets and product discounts
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
