What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant Radiation Oncology position at vca?
VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists is adding a Veterinary Assistant to our Radiation Oncology team! Location : 16756 SE 82nd Dr, Clackamas, OR 97015 Schedule : FT Days M-F Compensation : $ 21 - $ 24 /h Why join the VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists team : Position Title: Veterinary Assistant Reports To: Hospital Manager or Technical Supervisor Department: Technical Support Staff Employee Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary: Assist doctor and other hospital staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities including completing patient treatments, assisting in surgery and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary hospital. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility preferred. • Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented.” • Excellent communications skills. • Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job. • Telephone and computer skills are necessary. • Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept change. Education and Experience: • High School Diploma. Physical Requirements: • Dependable attendance is required. • Any allergies to animals must be controllable through medication. • Must be able to lift 40 pounds. • Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions. • This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day. • Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directions. • Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone. • Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as electric clippers, syringes, radiology equipment, laboratory equipment, computers, etc. Duties: The following is a list of essential job requirements. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed. Job functions and job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates. Key benefits include: Health & Well-being: Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits. Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations. Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing. Professional Development: Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses. Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next. Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses. Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions. Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s. Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs. Additional Benefits: Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution. Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary. Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs. Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources. Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services. Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. 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 If you are a current associate, you 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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
Salary : $21 - $24