Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals•Brookline, MA

56d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Brookline Animal Hospital is seeking a full time experienced Veterinary Assistant to join the team at our fast paced, general medicine practice that has been an integral part of the Brookline community for over 30 years. We have become a trusted care provider in MA throughout the years because of our knowledgeable and highly skilled doctors and staff. Our experienced and diverse medical team consists of six veterinarians, twenty technicians and assistants, and eight receptionists. We are committed to providing our patients and clients the best care possible in the industry. At VCA Brookline, you can be the Veterinary Assistant you have always wanted to be! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more! We are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA Animal Hospitals, 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, happiness, and the patients you serve.

Requirements

Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Full time availability
Weekend rotation required

Nice To Haves

Seasoned Veterinary Assistant
Technician in training

Responsibilities

Help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
Win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
Compassionate patient care
Client education and care
Pharmacy and medication administration
Lab sample collection and processing
Diagnostic imaging
Surgical preparation and assisting
Anesthesia monitoring
Dentistry
Medical recordkeeping

Benefits

Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
Growth & leadership opportunities
Career development programs
Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
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
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous employee pet discounts