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VCA All Pet Animal Hospital/Taylorsville is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Unleash Your Passion for Animal Care! Join Our Dynamic Veterinary Team!

Are you a compassionate animal lover with a knack for providing exceptional care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards? If so, we want **YOU** to join our vibrant veterinary team!

Your Exciting Role:

+ **Dive into the Heart of Veterinary Care:** Assist our skilled veterinarians and technicians in delivering top-notch medical care to our beloved animal patients.

+ **Become a Vital Team Player:** Collaborate with our dedicated team to ensure seamless operations and a positive experience for both pets and their owners.

+ **Master New Skills:** Embrace opportunities to learn cutting-edge veterinary techniques and treatments, expanding your knowledge and expertise.

+ **Be the Friendly Face:** Provide warm, welcoming support to clients, building lasting relationships and creating a comforting atmosphere.

+ **Become a Versatile Expert:** Cross-train in front office reception and kennel duties, becoming an indispensable asset to our team.

What You'll Bring to the Table:

+ A genuine passion for animal welfare and a desire to make a difference.

+ **Experience is a Plus!** Previous veterinary facility or surgical experience is highly valued.

+ An infectious enthusiasm and a "people-first" attitude.

+ Crystal-clear communication skills, both verbal and written.

+ Exceptional customer service skills that leave a lasting impression.

+ Tech-savviness and proficiency in computer applications.

+ A flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet the needs of our patients.

+ **The ability to thrive in a fast paced environment, spending long hours on your feet.**

+ A willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.

Physical Demands: Ready to Roll Up Your Sleeves?

+ Reliable attendance is a must!

+ Manageable animal allergies (with medication).

+ Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

+ Willingness to work long or irregular hours under pressure.

+ Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach throughout an 8-hour workday.

+ Sharp visual acuity for accurate record-keeping and patient care.

+ Clear communication skills, both spoken and heard.

+ Fine motor skills for operating veterinary equipment (clippers, syringes, radiology, etc.).

Ready to embark on a rewarding career where your passion for animals can truly shine? Apply today!

Why Join the VCA Family?

We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant 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. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, 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 community

+ Leadership opportunities

+ Career development programs

+ Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities

+ Continuing education opportunities

+ Tuition support and sponsorships

+ Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)

+ Referral bonuses

+ Competitive wage

+ Medical, dental & vision insurance

+ Generous pet care discounts

+ Life, long and short-term disability insurance

+ Paid parental leave

+ Paid vacation and sick time

+ 401(k)

+ Full-time and Part-time positions available

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