Veterinary Assistant: No Weekend Shifts + $1,000 Sign-On

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Merrifield; Locust Grove (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Lakewood Animal Hospital in Locust Grove, VA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy small-animal practice. You will work directly with veterinarians and the support team to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

We value reliability, teamwork, and strong communication. Prior veterinary experience is preferred, but candidates with solid potential and a willingness to learn will be considered.

Qualifications

• Reliable, professional, and able to work well in a team environment.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Able to follow established medical protocols with attention to detail.
• Prior veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments, treatments, procedures, and surgery.
• Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats for exams.
• Prepare patients and treatment areas; assist with in-house tests.
• Collect and process samples; administer medications under supervision.
• Maintain accurate medical records and clean, organized spaces.
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Can handle animals

Multi-tasking

Job description

Lakewood Animal Hospital in Locust Grove, VA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy small-animal practice. You will work directly with veterinarians and the support team to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

We value reliability, teamwork, and strong communication. Prior veterinary experience is preferred, but candidates with solid potential and a willingness to learn will be considered.