Neurology Veterinary Assistant

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid parental leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedules

401K with company match

Continued education and training

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Neurology Veterinary Assistant to join a dedicated surgical team. The position supports patient care through the surgical process under supervision, working with board-certified specialists and technicians.

The role offers four 10-hour shifts, exposure to advanced neurological procedures, and opportunities for skill development within a collaborative medical team.

Qualifications

• 1 year veterinary assistant experience required; 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

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 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

Vet experience

Patient handling

Aseptic technique

Teamwork

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Neurology training

Job description

Neurology Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

Veterinary Assistant – NeurologyAre 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

What We're Looking For

• 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

• 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.