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VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Assistant

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In-Office
Middleburg Heights, OH
17-19 Hourly
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In-Office
Middleburg Heights, OH
17-19 Hourly
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Supports veterinarians and technicians by safely handling pets, preparing treatment areas, assisting with appointments and procedures, monitoring hospitalized animals, sterilizing instruments, processing laboratory samples, maintaining records, and providing compassionate patient and client care.
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Veterinary Assistant at VCA Midpark Animal Hospital

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, flexible scheduling available 

About Our Hospital 

VCA Midpark Animal Hospital is a trusted 3-doctor practice serving pets and families in our community with personalized veterinary care. From routine wellness visits to surgery and dental care, we focus on building lasting relationships with our clients while creating a supportive and collaborative workplace for our team. 

About VCA 

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. 

The Opportunity 

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine. 

What You’ll Do 

  • Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments  

  • Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas  

  • Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures  

  • Collect patient histories and support client communication  

  • Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets  

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital  

  • Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs  

  • Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics  

  • Maintain accurate medical records  

  • Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day  

What We’re Looking For 

  • 1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience 

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn  

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills  

  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment  

  • Passion for patient care and client service  

Total Rewards 

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include: 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

  • 401(k) with company match  

  • Paid vacation and sick time  

  • Paid parental leave  

  • Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra  

  • Continuing education and internal development programs  

Discover Additional Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) 

Compensation  

$17.00 – $19.00/hour  
Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials. 

 

Your Next Career Step Starts Here 

Whether you're starting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. Apply today. 

 

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.

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.

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