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VCA Animal Hospitals Experienced Veterinary Assistant in United States
Location: 4808 US-501, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
VCA Palmetto Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
About Us
Located in beautiful Myrtle Beach, we offer 24/7 emergency and critical care, primary care, surgery, and boarding.
Our state-of-the-art facility includes digital radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, surgical laser, cold laser therapy, dedicated dental suite with radiology, and multiple surgery suites. We provide an environment where you will be supported and challenged to grow and learn with a dynamic team.
Check out our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/palmetto
About the Role
As Veterinary Assistant, you will support our team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Required skills include:
Patient assessment and triage
Hospitalized patient care
Client education and care
Anesthesia monitoring
Surgical preparation and assisting
Radiology
Laboratory sample collection and processing
Microscopy
Venipuncture
Catheter placement
Pharmacy
Medical record keeping
We have opportunities in daytime primary care as well as ER/ICU swing and overnight shifts.
Starting pay varies based on skill level and experience.
Why VCA
VCA Animal Hospitals is a community of over 800 hospitals across the US, including primary care, emergency, and specialty medicine. We offer world class medicine with hometown care. Together we are taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
This means taking care of our people. We are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development. At VCA, you will enjoy an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Benefits include:
Career Support
Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
Advancement and leadership opportunities
Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians ($750/yr, $1000/yr for VTSs)
Internal CE and development opportunities
Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
Health & Well Being
Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
Access to Headspace app
Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
Paid parental leave
Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
Growing network of onsite social workers
Other Perks
Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Referral bonus opportunities
Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships
Interested? Apply! We look forward to hearing from you.