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Form of workVCA Dakota Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy practice. We are an AAHA-accredited 4 doctor general practice treating dogs and cats in the Littleton area.
We are open Mon-Fri 7am to 7pm, and Sat 8am-4pm. Closed on Sundays.
We offer a flexible schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week with weekends on rotation. This position is scheduled 36-40hrs weekly.
Benefits begin after 30 days for full-time employment. Starting wage range for this position is $18-$20 depending on experience in the veterinary field.
This position is fast paced and rewarding. We are a highly collaborative team that values learning and continued skills growth. If you are a hard working person with a positive attitude and love animals, please apply!
Requirements:
- Outstanding skills in compassionate and strong patient care.
- Strong communication skills and ability to speak in a clear, professional manner.
- Interested in assisting with patient care (feeding, kennel care), stocking supplies, cleaning and supporting our highly skilled, friendly veterinarians and veterinary technicians for examinations, diagnostics, treatments, IV catheter placement, blood draws, lab work.
- Must be a self-motivated individual, willing to work nights, weekends and holidays in addition to other shifts.
- Willing to learn! Willing to contribute! Ready to become a super Veterinary Assistant and more!
Benefits:
- 48 hours paid sick time annually
- 40 hours paid vacation year 1, increasing to 80 hours paid vacation year 3
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plan coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- 6 paid holidays per year, with office closed on each major holiday
- 75% off medical services for up to 4 personal pets
- Paid training and access to continued education
- Paid parental leave
- Uniforms provided
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.
