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Veterinary AssistantVCA Animal Hospitals • Fredericksburg, VA, US
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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Fredericksburg, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Seeking An Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Location : 11101 Gordon Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22407

Compensation : The pay range for this position is $17.50-$18.50 / hr

About Us

VCA Chancellor Animal Hospital is a 2 doctor primary care practice in beautiful Fredericksburg, VA. We are an AHAA accredited hospital that is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and our entire team that is committed to providing the best preventive care and treatments available. We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, like-minded individual to join the medical team.

Why VCA

We are passionate about supporting 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 technician career has to offer. 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, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

Career Support

  • Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
  • Advancement and leadership opportunities
  • Internal CE and development opportunities
  • Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
  • Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more

Health & Well Being

  • Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
  • Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
  • Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
  • Access to Headspace app
  • Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
  • Paid parental leave
  • Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
  • Growing network of onsite social workers

    • Other Perks

  • Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Referral bonus opportunities
  • Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication

    • 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 parentby delivering an outstanding client experienceso 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

    • Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now- We look forward to hearing from you!

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