Location: 3166 29th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512

VCA Woodland Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our Patient Care Team!

Schedule: Full-time opportunity.

In this role, you will support our veterinarians and technicians in delivering exceptional care to our patients and outstanding service to our clients. Your responsibilities will include assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, as well as maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring a clean and safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and surgical procedures.

Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.

Restrain animals safely and humanely for procedures.

Administer medications and treatments as directed.

Collect and process laboratory samples.

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Educate clients on general pet care and post-operative instructions.

Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all hospital areas

QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant.

Strong communication skills with the ability to educate and guide clients.

Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Willingness to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

VCA adds value to your compensation package with the following:

Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityLeadership Opportunities and Career Development ProgramsOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesFree mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions)Referral bonuses and Competitive wagesMedical, dental & vision insurance for you and your familyLife, long-term and short-term disability insurance includedPaid parental leavePaid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay 401(k) with corporate match Pet care discounts (40-100%)Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups Free Continuing Education through our online WoofUPenn Foster Sponsorship Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more! Plus so much more!

Apply Today!

Apply today and become part of a team that’s passionate about people, pets, and the pursuit of better medicine.

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.