Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Location: 12620 Nettles Dr, Newport News, VA 23606

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $15.50-$17.50/hr

About Us

VCA Boulevard has proudly provided advanced medical care to our community for more than 30 years, earning a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in veterinary medicine. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we are deeply committed to cultivating the humananimal bond and continually strive to create a nurturing, welcoming environment for every pet and client. We are seeking a dedicated professional who shares our passion and commitment to exceptional care to join our team.

Why VCA

We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and assistants and your 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:

• Maintaining medical records.
• Providing excellent client service.
• Assisting the DVM and LVT with medical services.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Fear Free restraint of pets.
• Husbandry of dogs and cats
• Basic grooming care such as bathing, ear cleaning and nail trims.

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 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!