Veterinary Assistant

VetEvolve; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; 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

VetEvolve is seeking a Veterinary Assistant at Hollymead Veterinary Hospital to support veterinarians during exams and treatments. You will help with medical procedures, client communication, and record-keeping in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires dependability, a willingness to learn, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package are included to support staff and patients alike.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency with practice management software.
• Experience with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Maintains accurate medical records and assists with client check-out and payments.
• Ensures exam rooms and areas are clean, stocked, and well maintained.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Animal care background

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Veterinary Assistant

Love Animals? Love Being Part of a Team? We Want to Meet You!

Are you the person who can’t walk past a puppy without saying hello, thinks cleaning up after pets is just part of the job, and genuinely enjoys making a difference in the lives of animals and their people? Then you might be exactly who we’re looking for!

Hollymead Veterinary Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team! If you’re dependable, eager to learn, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a team that truly cares about our patients, clients, and each other—we’d love to hear from you!

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• 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 to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: $17-20/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience

• 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.

Ready to Learn More?

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.

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