Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA Lakeside Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. At VCA Animal Hospitals, we take our mission to help animals seriously. 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. In this position you will be supporting our Doctor and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. At VCA, your compassion for companion animals and clients is matched with a commitment to your own professional growth. You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists. You will sharpen your skills—and learn new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
Requirements
- Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Responsibilities
- Maintaining medical records
- Assisting doctors in exam rooms with patient care and assessments
- Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients
- Filling prescriptions
- Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
- Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for hospitalized pets
- Be willing to work a rotating schedule between the front desk and treatment as or if needed
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid vacation/sick days
- 401(k)
- generous employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
