Veterinary Assistant

Address:

3434 Midway Dr NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 VCA Edgewood Animal Hospital is expanding their Patient Care Team and seeking a Veterinary Assistant.

Schedule:

Full-time opportunity. About Our Hospital At VCA Edgewood Animal Hospital, we are a collaborative, team-driven hospital focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to every patient and client. Our experienced team of veterinarians, credentialed technicians, and assistants work together to create a supportive, learning-focused environment where every role is valued. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we are committed to the highest standards of veterinary medicine and patient care, while fostering a welcoming and positive experience for both pets and their families. The Role As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting both patient care and the client experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, being part of a team, and gaining hands-on experience in a veterinary setting. What You'll Do Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care Safely restrain pets during exams and procedures Prepare exam rooms and equipment Clean, sterilize, and maintain hospital areas Support feeding, walking, and general animal care Help create a positive and welcoming experience for clients

Benefits:

VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates.

Key benefits include:

Mental Health:

Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.

Full Healthcare:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.

Paid Time Off:

Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.

Financial Support:

100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability.

Protection:

Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

Perks:

Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.

Latest Tech & Innovation:

Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.

Sponsorships:

Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

Discounts:

Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.

Programs:

Leadership development and mentorship programs.

Retirement:

401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

Full Coverage:

100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year's salary.

Pet Care Perks:

Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

Transfer Opportunities:

Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in a veterinary setting as a Veterinary Assistant Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments High school diploma or equivalent required About VCA At VCA, we're passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With over 1,000 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. If you are interested in providing compassionate veterinary care with an easy-to-love team, apply today! We look forward to speaking with you. 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 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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians

• including 500 who are board-certified specialists
• nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants
• all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care.

The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.