VCA Animal Hospitals·Moraga, California
The Veterinary Assistant will provide clinical support to the hospital team to ensure high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with medical procedures, maintaining hospital standards, and supporting daily operations.
VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital is adding an experienced Veterinary Assistant to our busy team! Location : 1025 Country Club Dr, Moraga, CA 94556 Compensation : $ 21 - $ 30 / hr Schedule : FT Why join the VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital Team :
VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates. Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits. Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long- Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Latest
Tech &
Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Leadership development and mentorship programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
Full
Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Pet
Care
Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Advisory
Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
Legal
Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Transfer
Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. 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.
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
Candidates must be experienced veterinary assistants capable of working in a busy hospital environment. Professional certifications or a background in veterinary medicine are highly valued.
Market context
Veterinary assistants in California are commonly needed to support clinical workflows, client education, and hospital safety in busy animal care settings. Competition can be strong because employers often look for dependable hands-on experience, strong communication, and the ability to work efficiently with patients and pet owners. Review the summarized requirements and benefits carefully, then compare them with your own experience before applying; this platform’s AI-summarized job details help save research time by pulling the key points from the original posting.
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