Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Arlington, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA City Cats Hospital is a full-service, feline-exclusive veterinary hospital located in Arlington, Massachusetts, serving Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Boston, and surrounding areas. It is a busy 6-doctor facility open 6 days a week, providing top-quality veterinary services including wellness exams, preventative care, vaccines, diagnostic services, surgical procedures (spays, neuters, dental procedures, mass removals), and operates as a boarding facility with overnight accommodations for cats. The hospital strives to provide the highest standards in feline medicine, ensure an exceptional client experience through communication and education, and foster a professional working environment that encourages employee pride and development. VCA Animal Hospitals, a leader in veterinary care, is committed to supporting its technicians and assistants, fostering an inclusive work environment, and investing in cutting-edge tools, training, and technology to impact pets, people, and communities.

Requirements

• Experienced Veterinary Assistant
• Positive and motivated
• Adaptable, goal driven and engaged
• Determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and communication
• Patient assessment
• Anesthesia and surgery assisting
• Radiology
• Dentistry
• Catheter placement
• Venipuncture
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Medical recordkeeping

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• 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
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees