Veterinary Patient Care Assistant

VCA East Mill Plain Animal Hospital

is looking to add a Veterinary Assistant to their amazing team!

Location : 416 NE 112th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684

Compensation
: $ 22 - $ 25 / hr depending on experience

Schedule
: FT including Saturdays

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‑
• Protection:
  Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Perks:
  Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
• Education:
  
  Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE‑approved courses.
• Latest Tech & Innovation:
  Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
• Sponsor ships:
  Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsor ships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
• Discounts:
  Discounted Low‑Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat‑Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
• Freebies:
  Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
• 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.
• Advisory Services:
  Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
• Legal Resources:
  Access to legal resources for common legal services.
• Transfer Opportunities:
  Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

As a member of the VCA team, you will support the Technician and Doctor teams by creating 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 you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

• Provide quality patient care while maintaining a Fear Free © approach
• Proficient in blood draws, IV catheter placement and maintenance
• Ability to acquire quality digital radiographs
• Administering vaccinations, SQ fluids and other medications
• Patient restraint during examinations, injections, treatments, induction etc.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and building upkeep
• Prioritize tasks and redirect when needed
• Have the ability to multitask
• Work collectively in teams and alone
• Keep hospital supplies stocked
• Process laboratory samples
• Run in hospital blood work panels
• Assist Veterinarians and Technicians with tasks
• Basic computer knowledge
• Verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Triage and critical thinking

VCA East Mill Plain Animal Hospital is an AAHA‑accredited, multi‑doctor practice in Vancouver, Washington. Our hospital has been serving the Vancouver and Portland metro community for over 30 years. We believe in providing the best possible care to our patients. One of our strengths is our commitment to education to both our clients and our associates.

Our team members are all Fear Free Certified. We are looking for an individual that is like‑minded and cares about the wellbeing of our patients. We are made up of devoted team players who thrive in a collaborative environment and are invested in the success of the entire team. We take enormous pride in our ability to listen and speak to clients and are service‑minded professionals who are energized by the gratitude of others and the satisfaction of a job done right.

At VCA, you can be the veterinary healthcare team member you have always wanted…