Veterinary Assistant

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Centreville; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

Pet discount

Job summary

Caring Hand Arlington is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure top-notch animal care. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off, with work Monday–Friday and rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, preparing rooms, performing basic lab tests, administering meds, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Familiarity with disinfection, medication administration, and basic diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and collect samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about care and follow-up visits.

Skills

Vet experience

Animal handling

Equipment usage

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Caring Hand Arlington is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service.

What to Expect

As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve —medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.

Salary: $20-$24/hr based on experience and skillset.

Schedule: Will work full-time hours Monday-Friday 7:30 AM- 8PM, Rotating Saturdays 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Caring Hands Arlington

Caring Hands Animal Hospitals are large, well-equipped, AAHA-accredited facilities. We offer convenient hours six days a week and have an open-door policy to provide excellent service to our clients. Our full-service hospitals offer state of the art care for our patients including computerized patient records, digital radiography, and in-house laboratory.

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