Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals

Last Updated: 4/14/2026 7:55:46 AM

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Current Days Open
2
Reqs Seen
4
Current Min Salary
$15.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$18.00 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
14.5
First Seen
9/26/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$15.00 (Hourly)
4/14/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$18.00 (Hourly)
4/14/2026

Full Job Description

Full-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Fairway Animal Hospital At VCA, were passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. With hospitals nationwide, we combine advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, were committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. About VCA Fairway Animal Hospital At VCA Fairway Animal Hospital, youll join a 7-doctor team that focuses on general practice and preventive care. We are proud to be AAHA-accredited and practice Fear Free and low-stress handling. Our team culture is collaborative and supportive, and we pride ourselves on hands-on training and a positive team environment. As a Veterinary Assistant, youll play an important role in supporting both patient care and the client experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, being part of a team, and gaining hands-on experience in a veterinary setting. What Youll Do Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care Safely restrain pets during exams and procedures Prepare exam rooms and equipment Clean, sterilize, and maintain hospital areas Support feeding, walking, and general animal care Help create a positive and welcoming experience for clients What Were Looking For Previous experience in animal care or a veterinary setting Passion for working with animals and supporting a team Schedule Full-time, 4 x 10-hour shifts Compensation $ 15 - 18/hr and starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Total Rewards As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and parental leave Access to mental health and wellness resources Training and development opportunities Discover Additional BenefitsBenefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) Apply Today If youre looking to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact as part of a supportive team, wed love to connect with you. Location: 6000 Mission Rd, Fairway, KS 66205 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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians including 500 who are board-certified specialists nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

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