VCA Animal Hospitals·Abingdon, Virginia
Provide compassionate medical care to patients and maintain a low-stress atmosphere for clients. Responsibilities include pharmacy administration, lab processing, surgical assisting, and medical recordkeeping.
Join the VCA Highlands Team!
VCA Highlands Animal Hospital is seeking a part time Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA accredited, full service, 9-doctor, GP hospital in Abingdon, VA!
We work hard to deliver the best medical care to each patient, and we are excited to welcome a likeminded professional to the team!
We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality, and we truly support your desire to grow medically.
There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more!
Why join the VCA Highlands Family?
We are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development.
At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.
We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.
Some of the benefits we offer: Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Growth & leadership opportunities Career development programs Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous hospital discounts and product discounts Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation and sick time Paid parental leave 401(k) Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace) Referral bonuses Competitive wage Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Full-time and Part-time positions available Why We Want You As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in.
The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to: Compassionate patient care Client education and care Pharmacy and medication administration Lab sample collection and processing Diagnostic imaging Surgical preparation and assisting Anesthesia monitoring Dentistry Medical recordkeeping The salary range for this position starts at $15 / hr.
Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?
Apply now- We look forward to hearing from you!
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We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
Seeking a professional veterinary assistant or technician in training who is dedicated to exceptional patient care. Candidates should be capable of performing clinical tasks and delivering an outstanding client experience.
Market context
In Virginia, veterinary assistant roles are typically competitive because clinics look for candidates who can support patient care, communicate clearly with clients, and adapt quickly to busy schedules. This posting favors applicants with prior veterinary experience, Avimark proficiency, and availability every other Saturday; the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster. If you have Avimark experience, mention it early and be ready to discuss your Saturday availability.