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      Great work culture - Tech Assistant VCA Employee Review

      4.0
      Jun 4, 2025
      Tech assistant
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      I worked at VCA Woodstock in SE Portland. Small team , no drama. Overall a real breath of fresh air coming from many other hospitals with so much team drama. When I worked here, all the doctors were amazing and kind. My supervisor Julie was also a doll and absolute pleasure to work with. Management was also very easy going and would work with any needs you might have.

      Cons

      It’s corporate, so as with all corporations, it comes with its issues. The prices for lab work and other diagnostic were extremely expensive and that was always a hard talk to have with clients. A nail trim at the time would cost 50$ This hospital is also very small and it’s also an older building so a lot of things in the building really need updated, but that is also something that gets pushed off. Also due to the small size of the building and staff. There’s not a lot of opportunities for growth and advancement.

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      VCA Response
      1y
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at VCA Woodstock. We’re so glad to hear that you found the team environment supportive and positive it’s wonderful to know that your time with the doctors, your supervisor Julie, and the rest of the staff left such a meaningful impression. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the challenges. We understand that conversations around cost can be difficult, and that facility limitations can impact both the client and team experience. While being part of a larger network does come with some complexities, it also allows us to invest in advanced technology, medical resources, and broader support systems that might not otherwise be accessible in smaller, independent settings. That said, we know there’s always room to grow, and your insights help us do just that. Thank you again for your contributions and for sharing your perspective we truly value it.

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      5.0
      May 8, 2026
      Licensed veterinary technician (lvt)
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Small animal, exotics, free care to wildlife, opportunities to work with zoo animals. Internal promotions to change all management has made the work environment very positive. Boarding facilities. Opportunity for certifying for internal crematory.

      Cons

      Pay rate less than expected for experience level. Corporate in California has increased prices every year that is causing all of my friends and family to change vets. With our rural area and low average income, pets are getting euthanized instead of having testing and treatment. Staff should have more discounts for employee pets.

      4.0
      Jun 12, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      This company offers many opportunities for doctors and techs to grow in their careers. They provide tons of support and they've been making HUGE changes to veterinary medicine on a whole. I have never known another company to offer so many benefits and perks for staff (especially techs), and they're even making lots of effort to invest in the veterinary receptionists-the front line associates of the hospital. They're also making great strides to acknowledge some of the feedback we've had for many years. They're savvy and smart, making business decisions that build on a company that will be around a long time (and has.)

      Cons

      There have been times where transparency and communication are lacking, and sometimes to the point where hospital-level employees feel left out or unheard. Some bigger topics like onboarding and navigating what support comes from where could be more clear. It feels like they've been fusing on new concepts/policies/features to the company, making it feel like a clunky machine rather than building something new and streamlined. Maybe it's in the works, but how do we know down here?

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      VCA Response
      3w
      Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We’re glad to hear you’ve experienced strong support, growth opportunities, and benefits across our teams. We also recognize how important clear communication and connection are, especially as we continue to evolve. We’re creating more opportunities for open dialogue through listening sessions and bringing leaders closer to our hospital teams to better understand their day‑to‑day experiences and offer meaningful support. We’re also continuing to invest in leadership and communication training to strengthen consistency across our hospitals. Your insights help guide this work, and we appreciate all that you do for your teams and patients.
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