{"id":1206969,"url":"https://alion.io/job/marsveterinary-veterinary-assistant-general-practice","title":"Veterinary Assistant - General Practice","company":{"id":2261220,"name":"Mars Veterinary Health","domain":"marsveterinary.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/marsveterinary","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Alameda, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":20,"max":24,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":48000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-24T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-24","last_verified_at":"2026-09-27T23:10:54Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":4,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":4},"description":"Join The VCA Alameda East Veterinary Hospital Team!\nLocation: Denver, CO\nApplication Deadline: 10/31/2026\nPay: $20-24/hr.\nFull-time: 4x10's\nVCA Alameda East Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join the team at our general practice department. We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more!\nAs 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 will be utilized include, but are not limited to:\nRestraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.\nTaking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.\nFilling prescriptions (as allowed by law).\nPerforming laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.\nProviding compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.\nMaintaining medical records.\nAssisting our wonderful Doctor and Technician staff as needed.\nMaintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.\nWhy Join the VCA Family?\nWe 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. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!\nAccess to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community\nLeadership opportunities\nCareer development programs\nOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities\nContinuing education opportunities\nTuition support and sponsorships\nFree mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)\nReferral bonuses\nCompetitive wage\nMedical, dental & vision insurance\nGenerous pet care discounts\nLife, long and short-term disability insurance\nPaid parental leave\nPaid vacation and sick time\n401(k)\nWe value your time and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application today.\nIf 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.\nBenefits: 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. 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