Veterinary Assistant

2 weeks ago

Fairfax, United States VCA Full time

VCASouthPawsVeterinary Specialists & Emergency Center is a well-staffed hospital just outside Washington DC that values being an excellent learning environment with great opportunities

We have an opening for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work in our Surgery Department as an appointment nurse. The schedule for thispositionis Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm.

This is a great entry-level position if you are interested in pursuingspecialtyveterinary medicine, but would like to gain experience before making the big plunge If you thrive in a fast-paced work environment and enjoy working one-on-one with the doctors, then this is the position for YOU. Our appointment nurses are responsible for obtaining vitals and brief history on all of our appointments. They also restrain for the examinations and assist with any radiographsor bloodwork that the patient may need.

Successful candidates are able to multitask, comfortable communicating with clients, and believe in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and outstanding patient care – and demonstrate the desire to make them happen.

What We Offer:

Veterinary Assistants at SouthPaws earn $$ per hour, dependent on experience. Continuous learning and growth opportunities in the field of specialty medicine Supportive, caring, and diverse work environment Benefits that truly prioritize your well-being, including mental health support, access to yoga and meditation programs, and more

Our Commitment to You: At VCA, we deeply care about our associates and offer an array of benefits, including:

401(k) with matching Multiple flexible health insurance options HSA, FSA, and dependent care FSA account options Dental & Vision plans Short Term and Long Term Disability options Paid basic life insurance with supplemental options Identity monitoring and protection Legal counseling and services Weight management support Discounts on various products and services

Educational Opportunities: Looking to become licensed? We provide discounts on educational offerings and full paid scholarships for eligible associates. Access a comprehensive online library of free CE, training, and job support webinars through WOOF U, VCA's online training tool.

Discover More: Curious about what it's like to be a part of the VCA team? Watch our informative 3-minute video to get a glimpse: Watch Video

We Believe in Diversity and Inclusion: VCA is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where talented individuals from all backgrounds feel welcome, appreciated, and empowered to do their best work.

Ready to Make a Difference? Join us at VCA SouthPaws and be a part of a compassionate and innovative team. We can't wait to receive your application

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 moreThe 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

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