What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Animal Care Center?
Animal Care Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent position for candidates with foundational training who are looking to grow their career in veterinary medicine. Animal experience is a plus!
In this role, you will provide assistance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians, including gentle animal handling and restraint during outpatient procedures such as physical exams, vaccines, and blood draws. You will prepare and clean patient areas throughout the day including exam rooms and procedural/treatment areas, anticipating team needs and ensuring preparedness and efficiency.
This is an ideal position for efficient multi-taskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment!
Full-Time Benefits and Compensation**
This is a flexible, full-time, or part-time position, with either 8 or 10-hour shifts and availability needed Monday-Friday.
- Compensation: $15-17/hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus Package: $500 for those with 3 years of consecutive, current VA experience
- Health Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (HSA Option)
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
Required Qualifications and Skillset:
- 1 years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting is preferred but not required.
- Commitment to a career in veterinary medicine with ongoing training
Veterinary Technicians at Animal Care Center are truly valued as integral members of the medical team. Whether you're assisting in surgery, running in-house diagnostics, providing dental care, or supporting large animal procedures, youll have a chance to make a big impact across a diverse caseload.
Our 2-doctor team loves to teach and support learning, and our hospital uses Avimark to help streamline care and communication. From mixed-animal work to preventive care, youll develop your skills and grow in a friendly, close-knit environment that believes in mentorship, collaboration, and doing great work together.
If you're a proactive, compassionate tech who thrives in a fast-paced, mixed-animal setting, wed love to meet you!
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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicants education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.
**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.
WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.