Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Sterling (VA); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 34 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Resumo da oferta

Lansdowne Animal Hospital in Leesburg, VA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exam rooms and outpatient visits with compassionate patient care. You will engage clients, help run examinations, and assist veterinarians while maintaining accurate medical records and handling phlebotomy tasks as needed.

The role offers a full-time schedule with flexible shifts (4x10 or 5x8), Monday–Friday and rotating weekend availability. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are included.

Qualificações

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Phlebotomy & SQ injections experience preferred.
• Accurate medical records and documentation

Responsabilidades

• Support efficient exam room and outpatient workflow.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients.
• Assist veterinarians during outpatient procedures.
• Build positive relationships with clients through education and attentive service.

Conhecimentos

Phlebotomy

Exam room management

Client communication

Animal handling

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Lansdowne Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits.

We are seeking an outgoing, client-focused assistant who thrives in exam room management, client engagement, and multitasking in a busy clinical environment. In this position, you will play a critical role in supporting efficient hospital operations, creating positive client experiences, and ensuring patients receive compassionate, high-quality care. Success in this role starts with strong communication, confidence running exam rooms, and solid phlebotomy skills — everything else we're happy to build on together.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care
• Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Supporting veterinarians during outpatient procedures and treatments while providing high-quality patient care
• Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $22 - 25 per hour, for each hour worked
• Schedule: This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule open to offering 4x10 or 5x8 hour shifts and availability neededMonday–Friday with rotating weekend availability. No on-call requirements.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
  • Phlebotomy & SQ injections
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols

Why choose Lansdowne Animal Hospital?

Located in historic Leesburg, VA, our small animal practice combines the warmth of a neighborhood clinic with the capabilities of a modern medical facility. With 2 doctors now and plans to continue to grow, we handle a mix ofsurgeries and wellness care — including spays, neuters, dentals, cystotomies, amputations, and more—while maintaining a strong emphasis on outpatient care andclient relationships.

Our team valuesopen communication, mutual support, and true work-life balance—offering a consistent schedule,no weekends, andtime built in for lunch and catch-up. Plus, you’ll be part of a practice that gives back to the community, supporting organizations like the Loudoun Pet Pantry, Loudoun County Animal Shelter, Loudoun Community Cat Coalition, and Pets for Patriots.

If you’re looking for a role where your skills are valued and your well-being matters, we’d love to have you join our team.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$22 - $25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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