Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Sacramento, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Natomas Animal Medical Center is adding an experienced Veterinary Assistant to their team. This role involves providing care to animals and supporting the veterinary staff in a medical center setting. VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to advancing veterinary medicine and providing high-quality care to pets, people, and communities. They invest in advanced tools, training, and technology to support their associates.

Requirements

• Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Nice To Haves

• Associate in a family of hometown animal hospitals
• Dedicated to positively impacting pets, people and our communities
• Experience in primary care, emergency, urgent and specialty care
• Ability to work with nearly 7,000 veterinarians, 500 board-certified specialists, 10,000 veterinary assistants

Responsibilities

• Provide care to animals.
• Support veterinary staff in a medical center.
• Work with the latest technology and programs.
• Contribute to giving pets the very best in medical care.

Benefits

• Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
• Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
• Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
• Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
• Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
• Leadership development and mentorship programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
• 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
• Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
• Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
• Access to legal resources for common legal services.
• Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed