Veterinary Assistant

Join our amazing team as our newest Veterinary Assistant. Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. You will have an open door for growth opportunities ranging from becoming a veterinary technician, specialty medicine, and future management positions! Job Description: The Veterinary Assistant will support our veterinarians and veterinary technicians in the care and treatment of our animal patients. This role involves both clinical and administrative duties, ensuring the smooth operation of our practice and the well-being of our patients in both the exam rooms and treatment areas. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.  Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plus  Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.  Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. (Log patient weights, process lab specimens, and update client records)  Maintaining cleanliness of hospital (clean, well stocked pharmacy and exam rooms, patient cages, and equipment maintenance)  Interacting with clients in a compassionate and professional manner   Facilitating the proper flow of appointments   Provide information to clients regarding fees, preventives, medication, prescription diets and wellness packages   Reinforce veterinarian recommendations   Perform other tasks as needed to support the veterinary team. Skills Knowledge and Expertise Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience   Dependable   Self motivated   Excellent cleaning skills   Able to work weekends and evenings   Excellent communication   Team player   Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds  Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedules 401K with company match Career development and training About Animal Wellness Center Animal Wellness Center in Crozet, VA, provides a compassionate & empathetic healthcare environment that utilizes the best of traditional veterinary medicine and surgery, as well as integrative veterinary services.  Our passionate and hardworking team is committed to providing the best service to canine, feline, avian, and exotic pets. In addition to veterinary medicine, surgery, and dentistry, we provide holistic options for your pet, including acupuncture, herbal and nutritional therapies, chiropractic care, rehabilitation therapy, and therapeutic laser treatment. We are an environmentally conscientious center equipped with the latest advancements in innovative technologies for veterinary medicine including Digital Radiographs, an In-house laboratory, Pharmacy, Anesthetic Monitoring, and Pain Control for Surgical as well as Dental Procedures, Ultrasound, and Underwater Treadmill for Rehabilitation Therapy. Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Animal Wellness Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.