Neurology Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive Petcare; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation $18-20/hr

PTO

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, vision, and life 보험

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

401K with company match

Continued education and training

Job summary

Innovetive Petcare in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Neurology Veterinary Assistant to join our surgical team. You will support patient care throughout the surgical process, from pre-operative prep to post-operative recovery, collaborating with board-certified specialists and technicians.

The role features four 10-hour shifts (Mon–Thu) with occasional rotating Saturdays, offering opportunities to build skills in advanced neurological procedures in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant experience.
• Surgery, specialty, emergency, or anesthesia experience is desirable.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Understanding of aseptic technique and surgical preparation.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn advanced neurological and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with consultations, procedures, and patient care.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including restraint, clipping, scrubbing, and surgical site preparation.
• Set up and maintain sterile surgical suites and equipment; assist with patient induction, recovery, and monitoring.
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, packs, and supplies.
• Support diagnostic procedures including radiographs, MRIs, CT preparation, sample collection, and laboratory submissions.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed and permitted by state regulations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and discharge instructions.
• Ensure treatment and surgical areas remain clean, organized, and properly stocked.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Surgery/Anesthesia experience

Patient handling

Aseptic technique

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Neurology Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

Veterinary Assistant – Neurology

Are you passionate about veterinary medicine and interested in advancing your skills in a surgical specialty environment? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Surgery Veterinary Assistant to join our growing surgical team.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists, credentialed technicians, and veterinary professionals providing advanced surgical care to pets and their families.

Position Details:

• Full-time schedule: four, 10-hour shifts,
  
  
  
  • Monday through Thursday with occasional rotating Saturdays
  
  
  
  


• Dedicated to our neurology department.


• Opportunities to build skills alongside specialists, LVTs, and fellow assistants while gaining exposure to advanced procedures and treatments.


• As a Neurology Veterinary Assistant, you will support patient care throughout the surgical process, from pre-operative preparation to post-operative recovery.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with consultations, procedures, and patient care


• Prepare patients for surgery, including restraint, clipping, scrubbing, and surgical site preparation


• Set up and maintain sterile surgical suites and equipment Assist with patient induction, recovery, and monitoring under veterinary supervision


• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, packs, and supplies


• Support diagnostic procedures including radiographs, MRIs, CT preparation, sample collection, and laboratory submissions


• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition


• Administer medications and treatments as directed and permitted by state regulations


• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs


• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and discharge instructions


• Ensure treatment and surgical areas remain clean, organized, and properly stocked


• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient outcomes

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant experience Surgery, specialty, emergency, or anesthesia experience is highly desirable


• Strong patient handling and restraint skills


• Understanding of aseptic technique and surgical preparation preferred


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment


• Excellent communication and organizational skills


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety


• Willingness to learn advanced neurological and surgical procedures and specialty medicine

Benefits

• Competitive compensation ($18-20/h)


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid parental leave


• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedules


• 401K with company match


• Continued education and training opportunities

Every day presents new opportunities to assist with complex and rewarding cases, support patients through life-changing procedures, and work with cutting-edge surgical equipment and techniques. This role is ideal for veterinary assistants who enjoy hands-on patient care, precision, and being part of a highly collaborative medical team dedicated to exceptional outcomes.