Veterinary Assistant

Abqpetcarehospital; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Countryside Veterinary Clinic of Richmond is seeking a reliable veterinary assistant to join our growing team. The role supports veterinarians and licensed technicians in delivering patient care, maintaining hospital cleanliness, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Ideal candidates have prior veterinary or animal-care experience, strong communication and customer service skills, and are willing to work rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant or in animal care preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work rotating weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain dogs and cats.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.
• Perform basic animal care duties including feeding, walking, and cleaning kennels.
• Support surgical procedures (prep, monitoring assistance, recovery).
• Sterilize instruments and maintain medical equipment.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding patient care and instructions.
• Accurately record patient information and update medical records.
• Answer phones and invoice clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Countryside Veterinary Clinic of Richmond is a recently growing veterinary practice dedicated to providing high-quality care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a reliable team-oriented veterinary assistant to join our growing team.

Position Overview:

The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians in delivering patient care, maintaining hospital cleanliness, and ensuring smooth daily operations. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about animal care, teamwork, and client communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.

Safely handle and restrain dogs and cats.

Prepare exam rooms and maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.

Perform basic animal care duties including feeding, walking, and cleaning kennels.

Support surgical procedures (prep, monitoring assistance, recovery).

Sterilize instruments and maintain medical equipment.

Communicate professionally with clients regarding patient care and instructions.

Accurately record patient information and update medical records.

Answering phones and invoicing clients.

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a veterinary assistant or in animal care preferred.

Strong communication and customer service skills.

Willingness to work rotating weekends and holidays.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, and dental insurance.

Short Term and Long Term Disability

401K (with employer matching)

Scrub Allowance

Paid Time Off

Employee pet care discounts

Opportunity for growth

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.