Veterinary Technician Assistant, Full Time at VCA Animal Hospitals

Weymouth, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

19.5

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal Handling, Restraint, Multi-tasking, Attention To Detail, Pet Interaction, Teamwork, Veterinary Support, Customer Service

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Do you have experience handling small animals? Are you interested in gaining experience in the veterinary industry? Come check out VCA South Shore (Weymouth)! We are a 24 hour general practice, emergency, specialty vet practice that also provides boarding and we are looking for pet lovers to join our team. We are looking for responsible caretakers with diverse responsibilities. The technician assistants provide direct support to our veterinary technicians and our doctors. Restraint and handling, multi-tasking, attention to detail and other pet interaction will be part of a normal day. We love to hands on train the future of veterinary medicine and would love for you to join our team! VCA South Shore (Weymouth) offers health & dental insurance, matching 401(k), paid holidays and vacation, discounts on veterinary services, discounts to veterinary educational programs, as well as many other benefits and perks! Previous professional dog experience is preferred. Must be 18 & older to apply. Enthusiasm and energy a plus! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Day/Evening shifts Pay: From $18.00-19.50 per hour (pay dependent on experience) Night, Weekend, and Overnight Differentials added to base pay Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee pet discount Access to the exceptional care of our veterinarians and specialists Health insurance Paid time off Penn Foster Program Discounts VetGirl Subscription Discount Fear Free Certification Sponsorship Schedule: 6, 8 or 10 hour shifts available Some holidays Some weekend hours required Night shifts available What Makes Us Different We’re more than just a veterinary hospital — we’re a community that truly cares. We’re passionate about supporting the well-being of both pets and the people who love them. We’re also committed to environmental sustainability. Our dedicated Green Team leads initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint and promote eco-conscious practices throughout the hospital. And because we believe a positive, connected workplace helps us provide the best care, we have a Fun Committee that organizes team-building events, celebrations, and activities to keep our culture vibrant and supportive. We’re always looking for new ideas and fresh perspectives to help us grow — whether it's improving life for our team, our clients, or the planet. Everyone's voice matters here. Come meet us and experience the joy of not only working with the pets in our care, but also gaining experience at a state of the art veterinary practice! 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.

Responsibilities

Veterinary Technician Assistants provide direct support to veterinary technicians and doctors. Responsibilities include animal handling, restraint, and various pet interactions throughout the day.