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Emergency Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals
Greenfield, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026
VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals (MECA) in Greenfield, WI is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the team!

Schedule: Full time, day shift (6:00 am-6:00 pm). 12-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week ( 3 x 12 hour ). Alternating weekends and rotating holidays are required.

Compensation: $18 - 24/hr and the starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field.

Who We Are:

VCA MECA has been serving the Milwaukee community since 2009. We provide top-tier emergency and critical care services for pets in need. Our facility is equipped with the latest technology, and our team is comprised of compassionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care.

  • Assist in Emergency Procedures: Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency surgeries, trauma care, and critical treatments.
  • Patient Care: Provide compassionate and attentive care to emergency patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing comfort.
  • Client Communication: Communicate effectively with pet owners, providing them with updates and information about their pet's condition and care instructions.
  • Maintain Equipment and Supplies: Ensure that all emergency equipment is properly maintained and that supplies are well-stocked and ready for use.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with our emergency veterinary team to ensure the highest standard of care and a seamless operation during emergencies.

Full-time VCA Associates enjoy a robust compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
  • Leadership opportunities and Career Development Programs
  • Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
  • Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions)
  • Referral bonuses
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
  • Life, long and short-term disability insurance included
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
  • 401(k) with corporate match
  • Pet care discounts (40-100%)
  • Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
  • Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
  • Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more!
  • Plus so much more!

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about emergency and critical care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are excited about being part of a growing team, we would love to hear from you! Apply Today!

Address: 3670 S 108th St, Greenfield, WI 53228

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Salary : $18 - $24

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