Veterinary Assistant at VCA Dahlonega Animal Hospital
Schedule: Part-time, 2 - 3 days per week
About Our Hospital
VCA Dahlonega Animal Hospitalprovides high-quality veterinary care, including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client service. We pride ourselves on creating a collaborative, supportive environment where team members can learn and grow.
About VCA
At VCA Animal Hospitals,we’repassionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health,we’recommitted to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.
The Opportunity
As a Veterinary Assistant,you’llplayan important rolein supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This isa great opportunityfor someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.
WhatYou’llDo
Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
Assistdoctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
Collect patient histories and support client communication
Feed, walk, andmonitorhospitalized pets
Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
Assistwith laboratory samples and diagnostics
Maintainaccuratemedical records
Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day
WhatWe’reLooking For
Veterinary Assistant experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Passion for patient care and client service
WhyYou’llLove Working Here
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Hands-on learning opportunities
Career growth pathways into technician roles
Meaningful work helping pets and families
Your Next Career Step Starts Here
Whetheryou'restarting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. Apply today.
Location: 16 Westbrook Rd, Dahlonega, GA 30533
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