Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospital • Ridgewood, NJ

76d • $17 - $22

About The Position

VCA Ridgewood Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time or part-time veterinary assistant to join our AAHA and Fear Free Certified companion animal hospital in Ridgewood, NJ. We have a unique, collaborative and cohesive culture that celebrates individual and team success every day and we work closely together to be the best that we can be. Our ideal candidate will have an energetic, outgoing and friendly personality, and will understand the importance of client education and communication. If you want to look forward to coming to work every day, be fully utilized as a veterinary assistant and practice high quality veterinary medicine, come see why we are different. We love what we do and you will too! With us, it's not just a job… it's a way of life!

Requirements

• Energetic, outgoing, and friendly personality.
• Understanding of client education and communication.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician in training.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
• Deliver an outstanding client experience to win the confidence of every pet parent.
• Provide compassionate patient care.
• Educate clients on pet care.
• Administer pharmacy and medication.
• Collect and process lab samples.
• Assist in diagnostic imaging.
• Prepare for and assist in surgical procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures.
• Perform dental care.
• Maintain medical records.

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.
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement.
• 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.
• Full-time and Part-time positions available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services