Veterinary Assistant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 3, 2026. Mars Veterinary Health scores B on the Alion truth index.
Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Jackson Animal Hospital
About Our Hospital
VCA Jackson Animal Hospital is a small animal hospital where pets, clients, and team members are treated like family. We offer preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client education while maintaining a welcoming, supportive workplace where everyone can succeed.
The Role
As aVeterinary Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. You’ll work closely with our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through their pet’s care with confidence and compassion.
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
1+ years ofVeterinary Assistant experience
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
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Compensation
Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid parental leave
Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra
Continuing education and internal development programs
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Your Next Career Step Starts Here
Whether you’re ready to grow your skills, advance your career, or join a hospital that values mentorship and teamwork, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. We’d love to meet you-apply today.
Location: 539 N Blackstone St, Jackson, MI 49201
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 vcacareers.com.