Veterinary Assistant

Vetpartners; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to support veterinarians and techs in providing exceptional animal care. The role involves various responsibilities from assisting in surgeries to maintaining clinic standards. With competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, this is an excellent opportunity for reliable and enthusiastic candidates who are passionate about animal welfare.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Employee pet discount

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely.
• Technical know-how in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist during examinations and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Prepare examination and surgical areas.

Skills

Animal handling

Compassion

Communication

Job description

Caring Hands Merrifield 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, we would love to hear from you!

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:$18-$23/hr based on experience and skillset.

Schedule: Will work full-time hours Monday-Saturday.

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 Merrifield
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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