Emergency Veterinary Assistant

The Role

What You’ll Do

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant or animal-care experience preferred
• A compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient care
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Total Rewards
• Health & Well-being
• Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
• Paid time off
• WOOF University – offering abundant virtual CE
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)
• About VCA
• At VCA, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With over hospitals nationwide, we combine advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach.
• As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them
• .
• Apply Today
• If you’re looking to join a team where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to connect with you.
• Location: 9706 Mockingbird Drive, Omaha, NE, 68127
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to hospitalized and emergency patients
• Assist the veterinary team with exams, treatments, procedures, and patient monitoring
• Obtain and record patient vital signs and medical histories
• Assist with restraint, radiographs, blood collection, catheter placement, and other patient-care activities as trained
• Prepare treatment areas, equipment, and supplies
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe patient-care areas
• Communicate with the veterinary team regarding patient status and changes in condition
• Help provide a positive experience for clients during what can be a stressful time
• Support the team wherever needed to ensure patients receive timely, high-quality care
• What We’re Looking For
• Previous veterinary assistant or animal-care experience preferred
• A compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient care
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Total Rewards
• As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:
• Health & Well-being
• Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
• Paid time off
• WOOF University – offering abundant virtual CE
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)
• About VCA
• At VCA, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With over hospitals nationwide, we combine advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach.
• As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them
• Apply Today
• If you’re looking to join a team where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to connect with you.
• Location: 9706 Mockingbird Drive, Omaha, NE, 68127
• 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.