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VCA Animal Hospitals
Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$40,099 / year median in Connecticut
+31% projected growth
Job Description
VCA Veterinary Specialist of CT is seeking per diem Veterinary Assistant to join the team at our 24-7 general, emergency and specialty hospital in West Hartford, CT. This role will be running anesthesia for our general practice cases including but not limited to, spays and neuters, mass removals, and dentals. Why Join the VCA Family? We are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA Animal Hospitals, 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. 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 allowance Tuition support and sponsorships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space) Referral bonuses Competitive wage Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous petcare discounts Life, long and short term disability insurance Paid parental leave Paid vacation and sick time 401(k) Why We Want You As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. 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. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to: Collecting patient histories & physical exams Building lasting relationships with our clients and patients Venipuncture / IVC placement Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority) Dentistry Pharmacy Laboratory Anesthesia Monitoring Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services Providing compassionate care for all patients Client Education General Practice experience preferred