Veterinary Assistant at VCA Animal Hospitals

Allendale Charter Township, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

15.5

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Veterinary Assistance, Animal Handling, Client Education, Medical Record Keeping, Surgical Support, Diagnostic Assistance, Compassionate Restraint, Exam Preparation

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Location: 6161 Lake Michigan Dr, Allendale, MI 49401 VCA Allendale Animal Hospital is expanding its Patient Care Team and seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant! Schedule: Part-time opportunity. Compensation: The starting range is $15 - 15.50 /hr and is determined by skill set, and years of experience in the field. About Us: At VCA Allendale Animal Hospital, we offer services designed to assist with routine preventive care for young, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease as pets age; and complete medical and surgical care as needed throughout their lifetime. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care through every stage of a pet’s life. What You'll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities): Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures Take patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration) Restrain animals safely and compassionately Prepare and clean exam rooms Assist with radiographs, lab sample collection, and basic in-house diagnostics Maintain accurate medical records and support charting Provide client education and ensure excellent service during visits Support surgery prep and recovery as needed Help maintain a clean, stocked, and organized hospital environment Qualifications: Previous experience in a veterinary setting Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments High school diploma or equivalent required If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and are looking to join a team that values professional growth and compassionate care, we encourage you to apply! 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

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures, including taking patient histories and performing basic diagnostics. Maintain a clean and organized hospital environment while providing excellent service to clients.