Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•Toms River, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a hospital team that feels like family, while having the support and resources to push your career forward. Located just 5 miles from the beaches of the Jersey Shore, VCA Toms River Animal Hospital is a 7 doctor general practice offering wellness and sick care, digital radiography including dental x-rays, surgery, FAST ultrasound, rehabilitation and laser therapy, acupuncture, in-house bloodwork, and hospitalization. This is a full-time position. 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. The pay range for this position is $17-$22/hr. VCA is passionate about supporting veterinary assistants and committed to your continual growth and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything your career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Requirements

Experience as a veterinary assistant is required
A positive, encouraging and supportive attitude
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility in hours including (but not limited to) evenings, weekends, and holidays
Willingness and capability to be cross-trained in reception and kennel
Working knowledge of computers
Team player mindset, willing to learn new techniques and treatments

Responsibilities

Assisting Veterinarians with appointments
Assisting Veterinarians with surgeries and anesthetic dentistry
Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
Maintaining medical records
Filling prescriptions
Providing compassionate care and a "home away from home" for hospitalized pets
Providing exceptional customer service for our clients

Benefits

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