VCA Animal Hospitals·Onalaska, Wisconsin
Support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, including safely restraining pets and maintaining hospital cleanliness. Ensure a positive and welcoming experience for clients while assisting with general animal care.
Full-time opportunity.
$16 - 21/hr and pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials. At VCA Sand Lake Animal Hospital, you’ll join a 6-doctor team that focuses on general practice and preventive care. Our team culture is collaborative and supportive, and we pride ourselves on hands-on training and a positive team environment. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. The Role As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll 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 You’ll 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 We’re Looking For Previous experience in animal care or a veterinary setting preferred (but not required) Willingness to learn and take direction Strong work ethic and reliability Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Passion for working with animals and supporting a team Total Rewards As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive pay based on experience Access to mental health and wellness resources Training and development opportunities Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health) 401k retirement savings plan with company match Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits Paid parental, vacation and sick leave Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) Apply Today If you’re looking to join a team where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to connect with you.
1480 Sand Lake Road, Onalaska, WI 54650 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.
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.
Previous experience in animal care or a veterinary setting is preferred but not required. Candidates must have a strong work ethic, a passion for animals, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Market context
Veterinary assistant roles in Wisconsin are often in demand at busy clinics and animal hospitals that need dependable support for patient care and client communication. These positions can be competitive because employers look for compassion, organization, calm under pressure, and strong teamwork with technicians and veterinarians. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your resume to show hands-on animal care and communication experience.
