Surgical Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Benefits (FT)

VCA Animal Hospitals; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

VCA University Veterinary Clinic in Fairfax, VA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy hospital. We value growth, education, and a supportive team culture that prioritizes patient care.

Responsibilities include surgical support, anesthesia monitoring, imaging, lab work, medications, and medical recordkeeping. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Surgical experience is required for this position.
• Previous veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care and client education.
• Administer medications and manage pharmacy duties.
• Collect and process lab samples.
• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Prepare for and assist during surgery.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist during procedures.
• Assist with dentistry and dental care.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Compassionate care

Client education

Medication administration

Lab sample collection

Diagnostic imaging

Surgical assisting

Anesthesia monitoring

Dentistry

Medical records

Job description

VCA University Veterinary Clinic in Fairfax, VA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy hospital. We value growth, education, and a supportive team culture that prioritizes patient care.

Responsibilities include surgical support, anesthesia monitoring, imaging, lab work, medications, and medical recordkeeping. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are provided.