Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Dublin Animal Hospital

VetEvolve•Dublin, VA

15d

About The Position

The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and the medical support team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. The role includes technical, clinical, and client education duties that promote efficient operations, a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and a positive client experience. The position also helps maintain consistent medical standards and hospital workflow.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer literacy, including practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
Strong communication and organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to maintain professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Compassionate commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.
Ability to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods throughout the workday.
Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and be available during all hours the practice is open.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, medication administration, and monitoring.
Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, maintaining their safety and comfort.
Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgery, including restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
Perform laboratory diagnostics, including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate.
Operate and maintain radiology and ultrasound equipment in accordance with safety and regulatory standards.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments in compliance with applicable regulations and hospital policies.
Maintain controlled-drug logs and ensure proper storage and documentation of controlled substances.
Monitor and implement treatment plans accurately in the document.
Maintain medical records, enter charges, and audit charts.
Educate clients about preventive care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutrition; take concise medical histories.
Keep treatment and surgical areas clean, organized, stocked, and sterile as appropriate.
Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies.
Promote a positive and professional workplace through communication, teamwork, and collaboration.
Perform duties in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.
Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs.