Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Benefits, Team-First

GoodVets; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending options

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Culture that values you

Job summary

GoodVets in Arlington, VA is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering gold-standard care. You will keep exam rooms clean, assist during procedures, monitor patients, and help maintain a welcoming hospital environment for pets and clients.

Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, strong communication, and a proactive mindset, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends in a fast-paced, growth-oriented team focused on compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or veterinary setting preferred.
• Compassionate, team-first attitude with strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Safely restrain animals for exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and label samples for diagnostic testing.
• Prepare surgical and exam rooms, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Observe and report signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.
• Keep exam and treatment areas fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assist with medication dispensing and ensure accurate patient records.
• Support technicians in prepping patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics.
• Stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely around anesthesia, radiation, and potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Skills

Animal care experience

Team player

Multitasking

Communication skills

Flexibility scheduling

Job description

GoodVets in Arlington, VA is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering gold-standard care. You will keep exam rooms clean, assist during procedures, monitor patients, and help maintain a welcoming hospital environment for pets and clients.

Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, strong communication, and a proactive mindset, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends in a fast-paced, growth-oriented team focused on compassionate service.