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VCA Animal Wellness Center of Marin is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant or RVT to join our team! Our hospital is a 2 doctor General Practice with a tenured team and room to grow. Our hospital is well maintained and equipped, and the team is very tight knit and supportive of one another. We are looking for a candidate with at least 1-2 years of veterinary experience. We have both part time and full time opportunities available. If you think you would be a good fit, apply today!

What makes VCA unique?

We are passionate about supporting veterinary assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary assistant career has to offer. At VCA 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, your 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 pet care discounts

• Life, long and short term disability insurance

• Paid parental leave

• Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time

• 401(k)

• Full-time and Part-time positions available

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. As a Veterinary Assistant or RVT at VCA Animal Wellness Center of Marin you will play a vital role in assisting our veterinarians in providing top-notch care to our beloved animal patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a facility that prioritizes the health, safety, and emotional well-being of both pets and their owners.

Key Responsibilities:

Veterinary Assistants are expected to be proficient in:

• Radiology

• Laboratory work

• Venipuncture

• Pharmacy

• Patient recovery

• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

• Client education

RVT's are expected to be proficient in the above skills, plus:

• Anesthesia monitoring

• Surgical preparation and assisting

• Dentistry

• Catheter placement

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year in the veterinary setting

• Passion for animal care and well-being.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to handle animals with care and compassion.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and procedures.

• Fear Free Certification is a plus.

The salary range for this position is $22-34 / hour depending on licensing and experience.

If you are a current associate, you will 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

If you are a current associate, you will 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

If you are a current associate, you will 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