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We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join the VCA Salem Emergency team.The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include:
Maintaining medical records.
Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients.
Assisting with procedures
Triaging patients
Providing outstanding veterinary nursing care
Filling prescriptions.
Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for hospitalized pets.
At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists. You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.Why Join the VCA Team?We are passionate about supporting our associates and are committed to your ongoing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary 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. 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!Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityLeadership opportunitiesCareer development programsOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesTuition support and sponsorshipsFree mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesCompetitive wageMedical, dental & vision insuranceGenerous pet care discountsLife, long and short term disability insurancePaid parental leavePaid vacation and sick time401(k)Employee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offRelocation assistanceVision insuranceSchedule:4x10 or 3x12 optionsEvery day scheduling optionsAbility to commute/relocate:Salem, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Experience:Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)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
Full-time