Magruder-Tabb Animal Clinic- Veterinary Assistant

Magruder-Tabb Animal Clinic; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Magruder-Tabb Animal Clinic in Yorktown, VA, seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. You will interact with clients professionally, assist with procedures, and help ensure compassionate care for all animals.

The role requires basic computer skills and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a friendly, reliable approach in a fast-paced clinic. Training and mentorship are available for new graduates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency with practice management software and MS Office.
• Previous experience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 vaccinations, medications, and treatment protocols to ensure understanding of care plans.

Skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Magruder-Tabb Animal Clinic- Veterinary Assistant

Yorktown, Virginia, United States

Magruder-Tabb Animal Clinic , located in the vibrant community of Yorktown, VA, is a well-respected small animal practice founded in 1989. We are excited to have recently moved into a brand new, custom-built 9,000 sq ft facility and are ready to welcome additional veterinarians! Our warm, collaborative environment is perfect for both new graduates and experienced veterinary professionals, and our team is experienced in mentoring new graduates.

Veterinary Assistant

Compensation: $XX–$XX/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:

• High school diploma or equivalentrequired.
• 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.

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