Fear Free Veterinary Assistant - 4-Day Week & Benefits

Salty Paws Veterinary Hospital; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fear Free certification on us

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

PTO and paid holidays

Employee discount program

Wellness coverage

Job summary

Salty Paws Veterinary Hospital in Yorktown, VA is hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our veterinarians and care for our patients with Fear Free techniques.

This full-time role offers a 4-day work week (no weekends), competitive pay based on experience, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and generous PTO. You will assist during examinations, restrain animals, perform lab tasks, monitor vital signs, educate owners, and help maintain clean exam rooms.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal handling and restraint required.
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology.
• A passion for animal care and well-being.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to become Fear Free certified (paid for by the hospital).
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance.
• Veterinary technician licensure welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations.
• Handle and restrain patients using Fear Free techniques during treatments.
• Assist with laboratory procedures and diagnostic tests.
• Monitor vital signs and report abnormalities to the veterinarian.
• Educate pet owners on proper animal care.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean and organized.

Skills

Animal handling

Restraint techniques

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Fear Free certification

Job description

Salty Paws Veterinary Hospital in Yorktown, VA is hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our veterinarians and care for our patients with Fear Free techniques.

This full-time role offers a 4-day work week (no weekends), competitive pay based on experience, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and generous PTO. You will assist during examinations, restrain animals, perform lab tasks, monitor vital signs, educate owners, and help maintain clean exam rooms.