Animal Medical Centers - Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun - Ashburn; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun - Ashburn is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. This role emphasizes compassionate patient care and excellent client service in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have over a year of veterinary experience, effective communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced setting. Opportunities for growth and learning in a hands-on medical environment await!

Qualifications

• Over 1 year of previous veterinary experience required.
• Comfortable learning veterinary software and basic computer programs.
• Ability to stay organized and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and excellent service to clients.
• Support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries.
• Educate clients on routine care, medications, and follow-up instructions.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Veterinary software

Avimark

Job description

Animal Medical Centers - Veterinary Assistant

Founded in 2002, Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun boasts a relaxed, collaborative staff and a long-standing positive presence in the community. We have two practice locations 15 minutes apart in Ashburn and Brambleton with a strong, experienced team of veterinarians across both locations, including a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. We see a small animal and exotics caseload!

Veterinary Assistant – Position Summary

The Veterinary Assistant plays a key role in supporting our veterinarians and medical team during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. This position focuses on delivering compassionate patient care while creating a positive, trusting experience for clients.

Veterinary Assistants are essential to maintaining efficient workflow and high-quality medicine across both of our hospital locations. In this role, you’ll work closely with doctors, technicians, and client service representatives to ensure every patient receives individualized, gold-standard care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, attentive care to patients and excellent service to clients
• Support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures (as trained)
• Safely handle and restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments
• Prepare and administer medications and vaccines as directed
• Collect laboratory samples and perform basic in-house diagnostics, including:
  • Cytology (ears, skin, urine)
  • In-house lab equipment (IDEXX ProCyte and Catalyst)
• Accurately enter medical records, treatment plans, and charges using Avimark
• Educate clients on routine care, medications, and follow-up instructions
• Assist with client communication, including answering phones, routing questions, and completing follow-up calls
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and treatment areas
• Collaborate with team members across both hospital locations to support daily operations
• Handle sensitive or emotional situations with professionalism and empathy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous Veterinary experience >1 year
• Comfortable learning and using veterinary software and basic computer programs
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Ability to stay organized and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on medical setting

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and assist with handling larger animals
• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and kneeling throughout the day
• Ability to work safely around cleaning agents, medical equipment, and animal-related risks
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with hospital standards

Schedule & Location

This position requires flexibility to support both of our hospital locations in Ashburn and Brambleton, located approximately 10–15 minutes apart. Team members are scheduled across both locations as part of a collaborative, shared staffing model.

Hospital Hours:

• Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Saturday (Ashburn location only): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Schedules may vary within these hours based on hospital needs.

As set forth in Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun - Ashburn’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.