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Veterinary Assistant

Rustburg Veterinary Hospital LLC
Rustburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025

Are you a friendly, motivated individual who loves both animals and people? Our busy veterinary practice in Rustburg, Virginia, is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! We are dedicated to providing top-quality care with warmth and professionalism, and we need someone who shares that commitment.

The ideal candidate is confident in safely restraining animals, collecting samples, and educating clients while providing excellent patient care. Most importantly, we value a team player who goes the extra mile to support our doctors, staff, and patients—all with a positive attitude and a commitment to teamwork.

Rustburg Veterinary Hospital is more than just a workplace—it’s a family. We foster a positive, supportive atmosphere where every team member plays a vital role in providing compassionate care. As a close-knit team, we work together lifting each other up and ensuring the best experience for our patients and clients.

Job Duties:

  • Assisting doctors and technicians in the exam rooms, treatment area and surgery

  • Filling prescriptions

  • Restraining pets for exams and treatments

  • Cleaning hospital treatment and exam areas

  • Collect samples (urine, blood, feces, etc.) and running necessary tests

  • Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (intravenous, intramuscular, oral, rectal, etc.)


Required Skills:

  • Passion for working with both animals and people.

  • Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Remains calm and professional in high-pressure situations.

  • Proficiency with computer software.

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.

  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.


Salary- $13-$16/Hour


Benefits:

  • Pet discount

  • Simple IRA match (after 6mo)

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Holiday’s

  • Uniform allowance


Hours: 

  • 30-40 hours

  • 4 day work week

  • 8am-5pm Mon-Friday


No Weekends


Requirements:

A minimum of one year experience as a veterinary assistant and/or completion of veterinary assistant course work.


Salary : $13 - $16

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