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Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals

Columbus, OHFull-time$17–18/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$17–18/hr
Location
Columbus, OH
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

VCA Sawmill Animal Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with exams, procedures, and client education, while maintaining a clean, organized environment and providing compassionate animal care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationTeamworkAnimal HandlingRadiographyLab Sample CollectionMedical Record KeepingClient Education

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentPrevious Experience in Veterinary Setting

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Veterinary Assistant at VCA Sawmill Animal Hospital in Columbus, OH

Schedule: Full-time opportunity.

About Our Hospital

VCA Sawmill Animal Hospital is a 9-doctor practice providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education. We take pride in fostering a collaborative, supportive culture where learning, teamwork, and professional growth are encouraged.

Now that our renovation is complete, our facility features 10 exam rooms, 2 surgical suites, a dental procedure room, new CT imaging services, a state-of-the-art physical therapy department, and an updated grooming department.

Compensation : $ 17 - 18/ hr and is determined by skill set, and years of experience in the field.

Qualifications:

  • Previousexperience in a veterinary setting

  • A passion for animals and a desire to learn and grow in the veterinary field

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

What You'll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities):

  • Assistveterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures

  • Take patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration)

  • Restrain animals safely and compassionately

  • Prepare and clean exam rooms

  • Assistwith radiographs, lab sample collection, and basic in-house diagnostics

  • Maintainaccuratemedical records and support charting

  • Provide client education and ensure excellent service during visits

  • Support surgery prep and recovery as needed

  • Helpmaintaina clean, stocked, and organized hospital environment

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.

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)

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.

Address: 868 Caine Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

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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