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Veterinary Assistant Experienced

VCA Animal Hospitals·Newton, Massachusetts

$19 - $24/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 3 months ago
Practice for this role

Veterinary Assistant Experienced · $19 - $24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -49% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Massachusetts ($37.09/hr, n=600)
  • 9 similar openings in the Newton area · median $50.00/hr
$0.50/hr · lowesthighest · $520/hr
this role: $19.00/hrmedian $37.09/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 600 posted dental roles in Massachusetts rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 49% below the Massachusetts median for dental roles.

Support the DVM team by assisting with patient appointments, providing treatments, and performing surgery preparation and anesthesia monitoring. Handle client communication, education, and the accurate maintenance of electronic medical records.

VCA Rotherwood Animal Hospital has been fortunate to work with pets and their people in the Newton community for more than 45 years. We are a three doctor, small animal practice that believes in the importance of dedicated client and patient care. We are hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team for Full time or part time hours. At VCA Rotherwood, we encourage and support employee growth and development, with training and development plans that combine theoretical knowledge and practical skill development.

Compensation

  • $19 - $24 / hr dependent on skill set, and experience
  • Schedule: Full time.
  • Varies, includes
  • Saturdays
  • Total rewards
  • Benefits
  • Package: Generous pet care discounts In-house training, educational & career development programs Tuition support and sponsorships Competitive wages & referral bonuses Medical, dental & vision insurance, mental health resources Life, long and short-term disability insurance Paid parental leave, bereavement leave, vacation, and sick time 401(k) with employer matching
  • Typical expectations, duties, and daily tasks will include: Client communication and education Efficient and accurate use of electronic medical records and practice management software Supporting the DVM team with patient appointments, taking accurate histories, providing treatments, and assisting with procedures Safe patient restraint, phlebotomy skills, hands-free radiology Surgery preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient post-op care Commitment to training and development of new team members Are you certified or eligible to be?
  • Additional benefits include: Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Yearly CE allowance and access to unlimited online CE Leadership opportunities VTNE study support Additionally, for candidates interested in professional growth, there are options for stretch assignments, varied paths to leadership roles, and the ability to gain experience in areas outside the primary hospital services. Collaboration and team work are not abstract concepts to the dedicated team members at VCA Rotherwood. To us, this is not just a statement, but a lived, daily experience. Come and meet the team to gain insight into how this team works together, and you will see this is more than just words. Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view. https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5 Why VCA At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development. We create and support an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Interested in this opportunity? Apply! We look forward to hearing from you. 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 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.

Requirements

Candidates must be an experienced veterinary assistant capable of safe patient restraint and phlebotomy. Certification or eligibility for certification is desired.

  • professional certificate
  • Phlebotomy
  • Treatment Administration
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Client Communication
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Patient History Taking
  • Radiology
  • Post-op Care
  • Patient Restraint
  • Surgery Preparation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$19 - $24/hr
Location
Newton, Massachusetts
Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

VCA Animal Hospitals

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 general practice to emergency and specialty...

IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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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.

Market context

Massachusetts dental hygiene roles stay competitive

In Massachusetts, dental hygiene roles typically draw steady demand from practices focused on preventive care and patient retention. These positions are competitive because employers usually require an accredited associate degree or higher, an active state license, and often offer benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and a 401(k) match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm licensure and education fit before applying.

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