Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant - VCA Sand Lake Animal Hospital

Schedule: Full-time opportunity.

Compensation: $16 - 21/hr and pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

At VCA Sand Lake Animal Hospital, you'll join a 6-doctor team that focuses on general practice and preventive care. Our team culture is collaborative and supportive, and we pride ourselves on hands-on training and a positive team environment. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we're committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Role

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting both patient care and the client experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, being part of a team, and gaining hands-on experience in a veterinary setting.

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care
• Safely restrain pets during exams and procedures
• Prepare exam rooms and equipment
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain hospital areas
• Support feeding, walking, and general animal care
• Help create a positive and welcoming experience for clients

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in animal care or a veterinary setting preferred (but not required)
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for working with animals and supporting a team

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Access to mental health and wellness resources
• Training and development opportunities
• Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Location: 1480 Sand Lake Road, Onalaska, WI 54650

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!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.