Emergency Vet Assistant — Flexible Schedule & Compassionate Care

Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is a multi-doctor 24/7 emergency practice serving 90% companion animals and 10% exotics. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians in exams, procedures, and client communications, ensuring compassionate care and accurate medical records.

Primary duties include assisting with diagnostics, restraining animals safely, administering meds, and educating clients on care plans while maintaining organized documentation and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with office software.
• Experience with animals preferred; veterinary background valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments and procedures.
• Care for patients and communicate with clients clearly and empathetically.
• Restrains animals safely using low-stress handling techniques.
• Enter treatment plans and records accurately in the medical system.
• Prepare and dispense medications and collect lab samples as directed.
• Keep exam rooms and spaces clean and well stocked.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Client communication

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is a multi-doctor 24/7 emergency practice serving 90% companion animals and 10% exotics. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians in exams, procedures, and client communications, ensuring compassionate care and accurate medical records.

Primary duties include assisting with diagnostics, restraining animals safely, administering meds, and educating clients on care plans while maintaining organized documentation and