Alliance Animal Health·Charleston, West Virginia
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for pet restraint, triage, lab sample analysis, and diagnostic imaging. They also manage nursing care for hospitalized cases, administer medications, and assist with surgical preparation and anesthesia.
Company Description Animal Care Associates is a full-service animal hospital and boarding facility that has been treating pets in the Charleston, WV area since 1984.
We set a standard for excellent veterinary care that is unsurpassed.
In fact, we are the only veterinarians in the Charleston area accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association.
We offer a variety of services including wellness exams, surgery, in-house diagnostics, dentistry, digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and much more.
At our practice, we treat more than just cats and dogs.
We are a leading veterinary care provider in the area for birds we well as exotic and pocket pets.
We see uncommon companion animals like birds, lizards, snakes, sugar gliders, and hedgehogs as well as more common pocket pets like rabbits, hamsters, and ferrets.
In West Virginia you have the opportunity to enjoy numerous activities.
Our state offers: hiking, scenic bike trails, white water rafting, skiing, and beautiful state and national parks for exploring.
If you are into fine arts, there are symphony and ballets for your viewing pleasure.
Come check out our practice at: https://www.acawv.com/.
Job duties include, but are not limited to: Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
We’re looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred. Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator Must be able to properly restrain pets. Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus! Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
A minimum of one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred. Candidates should be compassionate team players proficient in pet restraint and sample collection.
Market context
Veterinary assistant openings in West Virginia often reflect steady demand from clinics that need reliable support for animal handling, client communication, and day-to-day patient care. Competition can be strong for candidates with hands-on restraint skills, a compassionate team approach, and prior veterinary assistant experience; benefits such as health, dental, life insurance, holiday pay, and an employee assistance program can also influence interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and be ready to highlight your experience with pets and client interactions in your application.
