Veterinary Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Assistant – Full Time

📍 Animal Medical Center | Midlothian, VA
📍 13821 Fribble Way, Midlothian, VA 23112
💲 $17–$20/hour (based on experience)
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Join Our Growing Team!

Animal Medical Center is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced, collaborative, and compassionate team! We are an AAHA Accredited, 4-doctor practice that offers both general practice and urgent care services, giving our team exposure to a wide variety of interesting and rewarding cases.

If you thrive in a team-focused environment, enjoy staying busy, and are passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Offer

• 4-day work week
• Rotating Saturdays
• Opportunity to work with both GP and urgent care cases
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Hands-on learning and professional growth opportunities

Services We Provide

• Wellness & Preventive Care
• Urgent Care
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Ultrasound
• And more!

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Must be available for closing shifts until 8:00 PM
• Rotating Saturday shifts required

Compensation

• $17–$20/hour, based on experience

What We’re Looking For

Required Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a veterinary hospital

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual Speaker (English/Spanish)
• Comfortable with animal restraint
• Familiar with vaccine protocols
• Able to discuss preventives with clients confidently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to obtain accurate patient histories
• Venipuncture skills preferred (willing to train the right candidate)
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and grow
• Open to coaching and constructive feedback
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

Why Animal Medical Center?

At Animal Medical Center, you’re more than just an employee — you’re part of a team that truly values collaboration, support, and quality patient care. We are committed to helping our team members continue developing their skills while maintaining a positive and encouraging workplace culture.

We look forward to meeting you!

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.