Veterinary Assistant – Flexible Schedule & Career Growth

AAVMP; Crozet (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules

401K with match

Career development

Job summary

AAVMP in Crozet, Virginia is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant to join our care team. You will support veterinarians and technicians in clinical and admin tasks, helping ensure smooth patient flow and client communication.

The role requires empathy, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Weekend and evening availability is a plus, with opportunities for growth within the practice and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of veterinary medicine experience recommended.
• Dependable and self-motivated.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work weekends/evenings.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plus
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. (Log patient weights, process lab specimens, and update client records)
• Maintaining cleanliness of hospital (clean, well stocked pharmacy and exam rooms, patient cages, and equipment maintenance)
• Interacting with clients in a compassionate and professional manner
• Facilitating the proper flow of appointments
• Provide information to clients regarding fees, preventives, medication, prescription diets and wellness packages
• Reinforce veterinarian recommendations
• Perform other tasks as needed to support the veterinary team.

Skills

Veterinary medicine experience

Dependable

Self motivated

Excellent cleaning skills

Weekend/evening availability

Excellent communication

Team player

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

AAVMP in Crozet, Virginia is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant to join our care team. You will support veterinarians and technicians in clinical and admin tasks, helping ensure smooth patient flow and client communication.

The role requires empathy, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Weekend and evening availability is a plus, with opportunities for growth within the practice and ongoing training.