Cat-Focused Veterinary Assistant | Flexible Hours & CE

NOVA Cat Clinic; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Mental health resources

Bonding leave

Pet care discounts

Job summary

NOVA Cat Clinic is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to support cat patients with a focus on comfort and quality care. You’ll work in a cat-friendly, stress‑reduced environment using modern equipment and a collaborative team to deliver gold standard medicine.

This role includes maintaining medical records, preparing exam rooms, assisting with assessments, and explaining home care to clients. A 1+ year vet experience or related education is required, with full-time hours and onsite

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary experience or related education.
• Team-oriented and able to multitask.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Perform physical assessments and record observations
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
• Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms; inform inventory manager when supplies need ordering
• Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room stocked and prepared for surgery

Skills

Vet experience

Team oriented

Multi-tasking

Lifting 50 lb

Education

Veterinary education

Job description

NOVA Cat Clinic is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to support cat patients with a focus on comfort and quality care. You’ll work in a cat-friendly, stress‑reduced environment using modern equipment and a collaborative team to deliver gold standard medicine.

This role includes maintaining medical records, preparing exam rooms, assisting with assessments, and explaining home care to clients. A 1+ year vet experience or related education is required, with full-time hours and onsite