Veterinary Assistant Pre-Op

VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center is looking to add a Veterinary Assistant to our ER/ICU team!

Location:  7712 Crosspoint Commons, Fishers, IN 46038

Schedule: FT Days M-Th

Compensation: $ 15 - $ 16 / hr

The starting range for technicians is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field

Responsibilities/Skills: 

• Patient restraint & handling—gentle, species appropriate restraint for nervous, painful, and/or neurological patients for venipuncture, IV catheter placement, blood draws, radiographs, etc.

  • Handling neurologic patients safely, awareness of spinal precautions

  • Gentle, minimal-restraint techniques for sensitive eye cases (careful restraint to avoid ocular pressure)

• Pre-anesthetic preparation—clipping and scrubbing surgical sites, ensuring cleanliness and correct anatomical margins

• Laboratory sample handling—collecting and labeling blood, urine, or CSF samples properly

• Understand sterile technique and surgical suite flow for surgery, neurology, and ophthalmology departments

• Knowledge of common surgical and ophthalmic instruments—cleanliness, maintenance, and sterilization process

  • Sterilization of specialized equipment and instruments

  • Autoclave maintenance

  • EO gas sterilization safety and operation

• Maintaining aseptic and sterile conditions in ORs and sterile hallway

• Maintain aseptic conditions in prep and holding areas

• Proper disinfection of tables, instruments, and kennels

• Biohazard and sharps disposal compliance

• Team coordination—communicating with technicians, surgeons, and anesthetists to ensure readiness

• Time management—prepping multiple patients efficiently while maintaining safety and cleanliness

• Compassion and patience with anxious pets

• Calmness under pressure and adaptability in a fast-paced setting

• Receptive to feedback and able to follow detailed instructions precisely

• Strong teamwork and communication with technicians and DVMs

Benefits of Joining VCA:

• 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-term

• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.

• Education: 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.

• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.

• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.

• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.

• Retirement: 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.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive ben