Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Danville Family Vet; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Danville Family Vet in Danville, VA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during outpatient exams, diagnostics and treatments. You will help ensure compassionate care for every patient and be a key link between veterinarians and clients.

The role offers growth in a caring, client-focused practice with responsibilities spanning medical record-keeping, basic lab work, vaccines and postoperative support.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as veterinary assistant/tech
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic computer proficiency, including practice management software and MS Office
• Previous experience with animals preferred; veterinary/animal care background valued
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and handle animals up to 130 lbs
• Maintain composure in high-stress situations
• Familiar with cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation and zoonotic risks
• Professional appearance and reliability

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times
• Communicates clearly with clients, doctors and team members
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments and surgical procedures
• Safely restrains animals using low-stress handling techniques
• Administers medications, draws vaccines, collects lab samples, performs basic lab tests
• Creates, reviews and enters treatment plans in the medical records system
• Educates clients on vaccines, medications and treatment protocols
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Handles client check-out and processes payments as needed
• Keeps exam rooms and hospital areas clean, stocked and organized
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality and teamwork

Skills

Compassionate care

Clear communication

Low-stress handling

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Danville Family Vet is a small animal general practice in Danville, VA also serving South Boston, VA, Martinsville, VA, and Reidsville, NC. We are AAHA Certified, Fear Free, and area gold standard Cat Friendly certified practice. If you’re searching for a trusted veterinarian in Danville, VA, our compassionate team is here to help.We offer everything from routine checkups to dog boarding, pet grooming, dentals, surgery, and diagnostic imaging.

Experienced Veterinary Assistant | Danville Family Vet | Danville, VA

Compensation: $16+/hour commensurate with licensure and experience

Position Summary:

The Veterinary Assistant provides essential support to the veterinarian during outpatient exams and throughout the diagnosis and treatment of patients. They care forall patients,assistwith medical procedures, and help ensure each patient receives high-quality, compassionate care. In this role, the Veterinary Assistant also serves as a key connection between the veterinarian and clients. Through exceptional service and communication, the Veterinary Assistant helps build trust and foster lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

PrimaryResponsibilities:

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries as needed.
• Handles sensitive client situations with empathy and discretion, escalating medical questions appropriately.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals of varying sizes and temperaments using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications, draws up vaccines, collects lab samples, and performs basic lab tests as directed.
• Creates, reviews, and enters treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Educates clients on common vaccinations, medications, and treatment protocols to ensure understanding of care plans and follow-up recommendations.
• Accurately records patient information and maintains organized, up-to-date medical records.
• Enters charges accurately and assists with the client check-out process, including processing payments when needed.
• Ensures exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital spaces are clean, stocked, and well maintained.
• Demonstrates consistent reliability, punctuality, and commitment to supporting patients, clients, and hospital operations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1 or more years of experience working as a veterinary assistant/tech.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Previousexperience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued.
• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Maintains composure and professionalism in emotionally challenging or high-stresssituations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Hours:

• Must be able toworka flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.

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