Veterinary Assistant — Full-Time, Compassionate Care, Pet Discount

Caring Hands Animal Hospital; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

Employee pet discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Caring Hand Arlington is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join a team of veterinarians and technicians. You will help ensure animals receive the best care during their stay, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and customer service.

The role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and an employee pet discount, plus paid time off. Schedule is typically Monday–Friday with some weekend coverage depending on need.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medications, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

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 supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, stocking supplies, and ensuring a sanitary environment.

Skills

Experience with animals in veterinary

Disinfection procedures

Medication administration

Using diagnostic equipment

Handling animals safely and compassion

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Clinic disinfection

Job description

Caring Hand Arlington is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join a team of veterinarians and technicians. You will help ensure animals receive the best care during their stay, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and customer service.

The role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and an employee pet discount, plus paid time off. Schedule is typically Monday–Friday with some weekend coverage depending on need.