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Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

VSC Vienna·Vienna, Virginia

$20 - $22/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 12 days ago
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Assist board-certified surgeons with advanced surgical procedures and provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative patient care. Manage patient intake, diagnostic imaging, laboratory work, and professional communication with clients and referring veterinarians.

  • At Veterinary Surgical Centers, we're looking for a Veterinary Assistant who doesn't just want to support a team — they want to grow with it. Working side-by-side with board-certified surgery specialists at our Vienna, VA location, you’ll build skills that most assistants only read about, gaining hands-on experience in advanced surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and specialty patient care that will set your career apart. We are committed to providing world-class orthopedic and soft tissue surgery in a respectful environment that brings comfort to owners and instills confidence in primary care veterinarians. Each of our clinics shares a facility with other specialty practices, allowing for direct daily collaboration with specialists, which means continuous learning is built right into your workday. Learn more at:https://www.vscvets.com/ With a strong emphasis on mentorship, we invest in your development from day one. Whether you’re looking to deepen your surgical skills, pursue certification, or simply work alongside some of the best specialists in the field, VSC is where that journey begins. Veterinary Assistant - Surgery
  • Full Time Veterinary Surgical Centers in Vienna, VA $20-22 hourly pay rate WHAT YOU’LL DO Assisting our board-certified surgeons and specialty team during care and surgical procedures Taking patient histories, monitoring vitals, and performing patient check-in and discharge Performing in-hospital laboratory procedures and preparing specimens for outside laboratories Monitoring anesthesia and supporting pre- and post-operative patient care Performing surgical prep including shaving, sterile scrubbing, and instrument setup Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records including treatment sheets and medication logs Performing and/or assisting with diagnostic imaging, including radiographs and digital imaging Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment Delivering excellent customer service and professional communication to clients and referring veterinarians Supporting client education on discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefit package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment Generous paid time off Continuing education yearly allowance for skills development Uniform allowance Mental Health Resources Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet: Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of veterinary hospital experience required Hands-on experience with anesthesia monitoring is required Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with multi-parameter monitoring equipment, as well as, inhalant and injectable anesthetic agents Experience in specialty or surgical veterinary medicine is strongly preferred Candidates in progress toward credentialing are highly encouraged to apply Strong communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Ability to handle a fast-paced, high-stress environment with professionalism and positivity Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions. Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that’s hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We’re hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families. Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check. Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/ Where uncommon support partners with joy.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$20 - $22/hr
Location
Vienna, Virginia
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
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Hiring organization

VSC Vienna

Veterinary Surgical Centers (VSC) is the premier small animal specialty practice in the Washington D.C. metro region. We currently have three growing locations at the Hope Advanced Veterinary Center in Vienna, VA; at The LifeCentre in Leesburg, VA; and a NEW location in...

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePartnership
Size51-200 employees
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