Paradocs Animal Hospital - Veterinary Assistant

Paradocs Animal Hospital; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Paradocs Animal Hospital in Locust Grove, VA seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. You will restrain animals, assist with procedures, and educate clients on care plans.

The role emphasizes compassionate, professional patient care and clear communication with clients and staff. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; basic computer skills and experience with animal care are valued.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients during exams and procedures.
• Assists veterinarians during diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries as directed.
• Safely restrains animals using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications, vaccines, and collects lab samples per protocol.
• Maintains accurate medical records and updates treatment plans.
• Educates clients on vaccinations, medications, and follow-up care.
• Keeps exam rooms and treatment areas clean and organized.
• Communicates clearly with clients and team members; supports hospital operations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic computer proficiency

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paradocs Animal Hospital - Veterinary Assistant

Locust Grove, Virginia

At Paradocs Animal Hospital , we are a compassionate, AAHA-accredited team dedicated to providing high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for a wide range of patients, from small animals to equine and exotics. Our experienced doctors and staff are committed to exceptional medicine, client education, and building lasting relationships within the Locust Grove and greater Fredericksburg, VA community. We take pride in creating a supportive, team-oriented environment focused on both patient care and continuous growth.

Veterinary Assistant

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.

Voluntary Self-Identification

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