VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Assistant

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Job Description

Join the VCA City Cats Team Do you have a passion for feline medicine? Is work-life balance and a flexible schedule important to you? VCA City Cats is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join one of the premier Cat Only hospitals in the Boston area part time . We are located in historic Arlington, Massachusetts and our growing hospital includes 2 full-time General Practice Veterinarians in addition to a board-certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist offering medical and surgical services. VCA City Cats Hospital is a newly renovated facility equipped with feline-friendly reception and exam rooms, and state-of-the-art dental and surgical suites. Our newly redesigned boarding area includes comfortable condo-style accommodations with views of downtown Arlington to satisfy even the most discriminating of our feline friends. We are committed to providing the most compassionate care in a fear-free environment. Why Join the VCA City Cats Family? We are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Some of the benefits we offer: Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Growth&leadership opportunities Career development programs Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Medical, dental&vision insurance Generous hospital discounts and product discounts Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation and sick time Paid parental leave 401(k) Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace) Referral bonuses Competitive wage Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Full-time and Part-time positions available Why We Want You As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to: Compassionate patient care Client education and care Pharmacy and medication administration Lab sample collection and processing Diagnostic imaging Surgical preparation and assisting Anesthesia monitoring Dentistry Medical recordkeeping The salary range for this position is $19 - $25 / hour Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now - We look forward to hearing from you 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. J-18808-Ljbffr