Our Team

The friendly, professional staff at VCA Oak Hills Animal Hospital is made up of dedicated individuals who have made it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to this mission, the hospital team relies on several individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet.

And if things get complicated, we are fortunate to have access to the nation's largest network of VCA veterinarians and board-certified specialists. In a word: teamwork!

Teamwork is a constant in our daily practice. From check-in to check-out, our team of pet lovers works cohesively to create a warm and welcoming experience for both you and your pet.

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

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Jena Benavente
Medical Director

Dr. Jena Benavente, DVM, CVMMP, was born and raised here in San Antonio, Texas. She earned her undergraduate and veterinary degree at Texas A&M University and has been practicing in small animal medicine for over 15 years. Presently she is our Medical Director here at VCA Oak Hills.

Dr. Benavente has a particular interest, and certification, in chiropractic care of dogs and cats. She also advocates using our therapeutic laser to assist in pain management. In addition, she enjoys internal medicine cases and soft tissue surgery.

When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. ...

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Rachel Gonzalez
Hospital Manager

"Be the change you wish to see in the world." - Gandhi

CREATIVE, UNDERSTANDING, INSPIRING & GRATEFUL. These are just four magical words I strive to use each day to guide my life.

I have been in the Veterinary Medicine Field since 2004. For the last 12 years I have centered my career around developing others and building effective teams in operational leadership. I grew over time, started as a Customer Service Representative, morphed into a Vet Tech, Shift Lead, Practice Manager, and most recently ended my journey as a Regional Manager over 12 Veterinary Practices in the South Region of Texas.

I believe: Laughte...

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Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pet's care.

Administration

The hospital administration team consists of management personnel who oversee all staff members, hospital activities and the facilities. Together, they keep the hospital running smoothly, ensuring quality patient care and excellent client service. From the moment you check in, our administrative staff is here to deliver the best possible experience to you and your pet before, during and after your visit.

Client Services

We are committed to providing the best possible service and our Client Services team loves to exceed pet owner's expectations. Whether it's answering your calls, guiding you and your pet to the exam rooms or checking you in and out quickly, our Client Service representatives and Receptionists are dedicated to providing helpful client and patient support that raises the bar on customer service.

Pet Care Specialists

Just as we emphasize health, we also understand the value of providing a full line of care to our clients, which may include boarding and/or grooming services. Our team of caring and compassionate staff are here to offer your pets exceptional services that keep them feeling and looking their best while you're away.
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Our teams are united in our common purpose of taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
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