Veterinary Assistant

Are you looking to be a part of a hospital team that feels like family, while having the support and resources to push your career forward? If so, we would love to connect with you! VCA University Animal Hospital in Honolulu, HI is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our growing GP practice !

At VCA University , you can be the Credentialed Veterinary Technician or Assistant you have always wanted to be! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more! Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant looking for the next step in your career or a new graduate seeking mentorship, our team is ready to partner with you.

VCA University Animal Hospital is a growing 3-doctor General Practice wellness hospital nestled in the heart of Manoa Valley, a beautiful bedroom community on the outskirts of Honolulu, Hawaii. We are able to offer any new team member a strong medical bench of experience and support from our doctors and staff.

We are looking for an amazing individual who is excited to work a Full-time schedule with a wonderful and supportive team that strives to provide quality wellness medical care to some pretty amazing pets! The schedule includes a 4-day work week and we are closed for major holidays! We are open from 8a to 7p, 7 days / week, except for VCA-observed holidays.

Very few places will see to it that you are within a 10 – 15 minute car-ride to some of the most beautiful, destination beaches in the world, but when you work at VCA University Animal Hospital, that’s just what you’ll get! And not only are we minutes away from some pretty amazing views (Tantalus Lookout) and breath-taking hiking trails (Manoa Falls Trail, Diamond Head Summit Trail), but we are also located just about 3 miles away from the “world’s largest open-air shopping center”, Ala Moana Shopping Center, who also boasts to be home to over 350 shops and restaurants! And for those with families, you need look no further as the clinic is within walking distance to TWO elementary schools, a short 2.5 mile drive to BOTH a middle and a high school, and we are within walking distance to the University of Hawaii at Manoa! It simply does not get any more convenient than that! [Check out our Community Partnerships Here : Hawaiian Humane Society at Hospital Website :

Compensation : $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, depending on experience

Compensation for Credentialed Veterinary Technicians : $25.00 per hour

VCA adds value to your compensation package with the following :

• Competitive wage
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Opportunity to teach and mentor
• 401(k)
• Life and Long Term Disability insurance
• For Credentialed Veterinary Technicians :

2-weeks paid vacation

CE benefits

Professional development opportunities

To be eligible, must have a current veterinary technician license in the state of Hawaii or eligible to transfer / obtain a license in Hawaii.

As a member of the VCA University team, you will support the Doctor teams by creating 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. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to :

Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.

Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.

Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).

Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.

Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.

Maintaining medical records.

Assisting our wonderful Doctor staff as needed.

Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.

We are passionate about supporting our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant career has to offer. At VCA, 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. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community

Leadership opportunities

Career development programs

Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities

Tuition support and sponsorships

Free mental health sessions and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)

Referral bonuses

Competitive wage

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Generous pet care discounts

Life, long and short-term disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay

401(k) (company match)

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find 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 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