Veterinary Assistant

About the role

VCA North Atlanta Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Patient Care Team. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Obtain patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration)
• Safely and compassionately restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments
• Absorb and assist with diagnostic procedures, including radiographs, laboratory sample collection, and in-house testing
• Support surgical and dental procedures through patient preparation and recovery monitoring
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Educate clients on preventive care, treatments, and discharge instructions
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment
• Help ensure a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
• Serve as a dependable team member who contributes to a positive and collaborative culture

What We're Looking For

• Previous veterinary assistant experience in a general practice, specialty, or emergency setting
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Experience supporting diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Able to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment
• A team-oriented mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care
• A desire to continue learning and growing within the veterinary profession

Benefits of Joining

• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Tuition assistance, including Veterinary Technology Associate and Bachelor's degree programs
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus additional coverage options
• Free mental health support through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions annually)
• Employee Assistance Program through Cigna
• Complimentary access to Headspace
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits and gender affirmation services
• Complimentary access to employee pet care discounts
• Additional discounts on cellular service, apparel, technology, and more
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Modern practice management tools and digital innovations
• Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships

Schedule

Full-time position consisting of 4 days a week.

Location

227 Sandy Springs Pl NE Suite 210, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

Application

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!