Emergency Veterinary Assistant

VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Centeris seeking Veterinary Assistants to join ourEmergency and Critical Care Service!

Who We Are :

Our Emergency and Critical Care team thrives in a fast-paced service, handle critical case, and enjoy the stimulating caseload.

This is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge, and work with a dynamic team of Specialists, ER doctors, Licensed Technicians, and support staff.

Schedule : Full-time opportunities, 3 x 12 hour shifts are available.

We are hiring for Day / 1st shift ( 7 am - 7 pm) and Overnight / 3rd shift ( 7p - 7am).

Shift Differential : We offer a shift differential to all hourly associates who work within a specific timeframe overnight.

Why We Want You :

As a member of our team, you will help create and maintain 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.

Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in.

The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to :

• Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures
• Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law)
• Performing laboratory work and assisting with diagnostic imaging
• Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals
• Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed
• Manage client invoices (PVL) and charge for emergency services appropriately
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Maintain a clean work environment to maintain any infectious disease protocols, handle medical / biomedical and infectious waste appropriately
• Maintain inventory and supplies for procedures and patient husbandry

Requirements :

• Minimum 1 year experience working in a veterinary hospital
• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, referring veterinarians, clients, and patients;

ability to readily learn new procedures, must be adaptable

• Ability to work independently while supporting a busy, high-producing department
• Compassion for pets and people, understanding and respect for others’ choices.
• Willingness to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• The ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with allergens, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste.

Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA Team!

Growth & leadership opportunities

Career development programs

Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships

Veterinary Technician license reimbursement

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Generous hospital discounts and product discounts

Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)

Referral bonuses

Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities

Website :

Location : 9706 Mockingbird Drive, Omaha, NE, 68127

Apply today!

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