Veterinary Assistant
Jackson, MIFull-timeSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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VCA Animal Hospitals is hiring a Veterinary Assistant. VCA Jackson Animal Hospital seeks a full‑time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high‑quality patient care. The role involves handling pets, preparing treatment areas, assisting with procedures, maintaining records, and providing compassionate client communication in a supportive, team‑focused environment.
Key focus areas include Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments, Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas, and Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures.
Important skills include Strong Work Ethic, Willingness To Learn, Excellent Communication, Collaboration, Ability To Multitask In A Fast-Paced Environment, and Passion For Patient Care. Preferred (not required): Restrain And Safely Handle Pets, Prepare Exam Rooms, Prepare Treatment Areas, and Assist Doctors And Technicians With Appointments.
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Full job description
Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Jackson Animal Hospital
About Our Hospital
VCA Jackson Animal Hospital is a small animal hospital where pets, clients, and team members are treated like family. We offer preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client education while maintaining a welcoming, supportive workplace where everyone can succeed.
The Role
As a Veterinary Assistant , you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. You’ll work closely with our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through their pet’s care with confidence and compassion.
What You’ll Do
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Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
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Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
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Assistdoctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
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Collect patient histories and support client communication
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Feed, walk, andmonitorhospitalized pets
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Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
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Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
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Assistwith laboratory samples and diagnostics
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Maintainaccuratemedical records
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Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day
What We’re Looking For
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1+ years ofVeterinary Assistant experience
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Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
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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:
Compensation
Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid vacation and sick time
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Paid parental leave
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Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra
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Continuing education and internal development programs
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Your Next Career Step Starts Here
Whether you’re ready to grow your skills, advance your career, or join a hospital that values mentorship and teamwork, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. We’d love to meet you—apply today.
Location: 539 N Blackstone St, Jackson, MI 49201
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!
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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