Veterinary Assistant - Compassionate Care & Growth

Dublin Animal Hospital Inc; Virginia; On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dublin Animal Hospital, an AAHA-certified veterinary practice serving Dublin, Virginia since 1948, seeks a Veterinary Assistant. The role supports veterinarians and the medical team in delivering high-quality care to pets and families, with duties spanning nursing care, anesthesia, surgery prep, diagnostics, and client education.

Compensation ranges from $14 to $16 per hour, with a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, and access to an

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
• Basic computer literacy, including practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, medication administration, and monitoring.
• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures with restraint, preparation, and monitoring.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; document, interpret, and communicate results.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in safety and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments, maintaining compliance with hospital regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and proper storage/documentation of controlled substances.
• Support medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing to assist hospital operations.
• Provide compassionate client education on preventative care, treatments, medications, products, and nutrition; take medical histories.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment and surgical areas with sterile conditions.
• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering supplies.
• Promote professional communication and teamwork across departments; ensure compliance with state acts and hospital policies.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Radiology

Dentistry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dublin Animal Hospital, an AAHA-certified veterinary practice serving Dublin, Virginia since 1948, seeks a Veterinary Assistant. The role supports veterinarians and the medical team in delivering high-quality care to pets and families, with duties spanning nursing care, anesthesia, surgery prep, diagnostics, and client education.

Compensation ranges from $14 to $16 per hour, with a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, and access to an