Veterinary Assistant - Patient Care & Imaging

NVA General Practice; Collinsville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

Vacation and Sick Time

401k plus match

Personal pet benefits

Paid Holidays

Flexible work schedule with Sunday's??

Job summary

King’s Mountain Animal Clinic in Collinsville, VA seeks a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join a dedicated team. You will assist with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and support with routine diagnostics in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires reliability, a team mindset, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, a 401k plan, and pet benefits as part of a supportive employer.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feeding/bathing animals
• Answering phones
• Customer service
• Helping clients with their pets

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Animal handling

Multitask

Physically capable

Job description

King’s Mountain Animal Clinic in Collinsville, VA seeks a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join a dedicated team. You will assist with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and support with routine diagnostics in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires reliability, a team mindset, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, a 401k plan, and pet benefits as part of a supportive employer.