Neurology Veterinary Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

401K with company match

Continued education and training

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Neurology Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated surgical team. This full-time role supports pre-operative through post-operative patient care alongside board-certified specialists and licensed technicians.

You will assist with consultations, anesthesia prep, sterile setups, and diagnostic procedures, while maintaining detailed medical records and communicating with clients.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 assistant experience

Restraint skills

Aseptic technique

Teamwork

Communication

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.