VCA Antech, Inc. Grand Rapids , MI 49504
Posted 5 days ago
Seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our brand-new location in Grand Rapids Michigan
Location: 2078 East Beltline Ave. Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Compensation: $ 17 - $ 20 / hour. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.
Schedule: Full and Part-time positions available. The hospital is open 6 days a week, M-F 7am- 9 pm & Sat 7am-5pm.
Hiring timeline: We are eager to start assembling a dynamic team for this new location with hiring beginning in July and training the first week of August 2024 to ensure each associate is prepared for our grand opening in September 2024.
Interviews (June +) -> Hiring (July +) -> Training (August +) -> Hospital opening (September)
Have you ever wanted to be on the front lines of innovation? Do you enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care? As a member of the VCA team your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent-by delivering an outstanding client experience-so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent in. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:
Compassionate patient care
Client education and care
Pharmacy and medication administration
Lab sample collection and processing
Diagnostic imaging
Surgical preparation and assisting
Medical recordkeeping
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience in a general practice or emergency setting
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Willingness to jump in as needed
Able to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Comfortable asking for help and clarification when needed
Possess high attention to detail
Benefits: Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team for full-time associates (part-time benefits may vary)!
Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
Free mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
Referral bonuses
Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
Health saving account, and Flexible spending account
Generous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, and more
Life, short, and long-term disability insurance (company-paid)
Paid parental leave for new parents
401(k) (company match)
Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA and Mars Veterinary Health
Dedicated onboarding and development support
Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
Apply today, we'd love to meet you!
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
VCA Antech, Inc.