Oncology Veterinary Assistant — Advanced Care Team

PetVet Care Centers; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) plan

Pet discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Hope Advanced Veterinary Center in Vienna, VA is seeking an Oncology Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, patient handling, and routine care. This role contributes to high-quality patient care and exceptional client service.

The hospital is AAHA-accredited, multidisciplinary, and emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and compassionate service within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of experience in a veterinary clinical environment.
• Experience with patient restraint, medication preparation, hospitalized patient care, and supporting diagnostic and sedated procedures.
• Must communicate professionally, work collaboratively, and safely perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners, weighing and taking vitals on arrival.
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medications as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians.
• Calm and soothe anxious patients.
• Assist doctors and technicians with administration of medications or patient restraint.
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs.
• Maintain accurate medical records and hospital cleanliness.

Skills

Animal care

Patient restraint

Medication preparation

Diagnostics support

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Hope Advanced Veterinary Center in Vienna, VA is seeking an Oncology Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, patient handling, and routine care. This role contributes to high-quality patient care and exceptional client service.

The hospital is AAHA-accredited, multidisciplinary, and emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and compassionate service within a supportive environment.