Join the VCA Oak Hills Animal Hospital team as a Patient Care Attendant! Location: San Antonio, TX - Schedule: full-time, M-F, four 10 hr shifts. Support and assist Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants and other hospital Associates through direct care and maintenance of kennel, hospital, and surroundings, feeding and general husbandry of hospitalized, and other functions and tasks involved in patient care and operations of a veterinary hospital. Complete basic animal husbandry tasks such as maintaining pets’ care and comfort, basic grooming and handling, feeding and walking, and patient transport. Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance in the hospital. Communicate effectively with clients and other Associates. Follow standard hospital procedures including the ability to read, understand and follow proper healthcare Documentation guidelines for basic medical records. Other responsibilities as assigned. Promote the VCA brand and culture, as well as important initiatives such as Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity, within the greater context of The Essence of Mars. - Hospital Procedures and Medical Record Management – Demonstrate knowledge and adhere to hospital processes and procedures including medical record and system maintenance, scheduling and inventory policies, legal regulations and other policies and procedures dictated by regulatory agencies. - Housekeeping and Maintenance – Demonstrate commitment to cleanliness and sanitation of hospital environment (inside and outside) and maintain a healthy environment for the hospital team, clients, and patients. - Verbal and written communication skills to support patient and client care – Respectfully listen to others to gain a full understanding of issues; comprehend written material; present information in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing to ensure others understand their ideas; appropriately adapt their message, style, and tone to accommodate a variety of audiences. - Basic Patient Care, Handling and Comfort – Demonstrate knowledge and effective execution of compassionate patient care, handling, and medical responsibilities as appropriate for maintaining health and comfort of and providing care for our hospitalized, sick, and well patients. Why Join the VCA Family? We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant career has to offer. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team! Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community. Leadership opportunities. Career development programs. Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities. Continuing education opportunities. Tuition support and sponsorships. Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonuses. Competitive wage. Medical, dental & vision insurance. Generous pet care discounts. Life, long and short-term disability insurance. Paid parental leave. Paid vacation and sick time 401(k)We value your time and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application today. 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. Benefits: