Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care & Client Communication

VetEvolve; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Spotsylvania Animal Hospital in Spotsylvania, VA, seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. You will care for patients, assist with procedures, and help maintain compassionate service for clients and their pets.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate medical record entry, client education, and reliable, low-stress handling of animals. We value a candidate with a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a passion for animal care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with practice management software.
• Experience with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background valued.
• Able to work safely around chemicals, anesthetics, and biological materials.
• Maintain composure in stressful situations and perform duties professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Care for patients and support client relations with empathy.
• Restrain animals safely using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and collect basic lab samples.
• Document treatment plans and update medical records accurately.
• Process payments and assist with client check-out.

Skills

Communication

Computer proficiency

Animal care experience

Safety & handling

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Spotsylvania Animal Hospital in Spotsylvania, VA, seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. You will care for patients, assist with procedures, and help maintain compassionate service for clients and their pets.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate medical record entry, client education, and reliable, low-stress handling of animals. We value a candidate with a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a passion for animal care.