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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners • Winchester, VA, US
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join Our Team at Plaza Pet Clinic Full-Time Veterinary Assistant

Plaza Pet Clinic is a growing, increasingly fast-paced mixed animal veterinary clinic in Winchester, VA. We opened in 1989 as a satellite vaccine clinic to our sister clinic, Roseville Veterinary Clinic, in Boyce, VA. Over the years, Plaza Pet Clinic has grown to become a busy, full-service small animal general practice focusing on wellness / preventive care. We offer surgery, dentistry, and digital radiography, as well as ultrasound. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care and service to our patients and clients.

Our team is comprised of friendly, smiling faces who are compassionate, dedicated, and positive. We really know how to make work seem like fun. If you are looking for a rewarding general practice opportunity where care and compassion come first, Plaza Pet Clinic may be the right place for you!

At Plaza Pet Clinic, were dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized veterinary care for our patients and their families. Our team values collaboration, compassion, and a positive, low-drama work environment where everyone is treated with respect. Were proud to be an inclusive, LGBTQ-supportive workplace that celebrates diversity and individuality among our team members.

The Opportunity

Were looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant who is compassionate, reliable, and people-oriented to join our friendly and dedicated team in Winchester, Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Position Details

  • Position : Veterinary Assistant (Full-Time)
  • Schedule : 4-day work week with a rotating Saturday (every 34 weeks)
  • Wage : $15 $18 per hour (based on experience)
  • Software : Avimark (experience preferred, not required)

Clinic Hours

  • Monday : 8 : 00 AM 5 : 30 PM (expanding to 8 : 00 AM 8 : 00 PM in January)
  • Tuesday Thursday : 8 : 00 AM 8 : 00 PM
  • Friday : 8 : 00 AM 5 : 30 PM
  • Saturday : 8 : 00 AM 12 : 00 PM
  • Sunday : Closed
  • What Were Looking For

  • Experience handling animals in a professional setting
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Proficiency or strong interest in low-stress, Fear-Free animal restraint methods (training provided if needed)
  • We Invest in You

    We believe in continuous growth and development. If youre not yet Fear-Free Certified, well provide opportunities for you to complete the training.

    Bonus Skills

  • Familiarity with Avimark software
  • Surgical or anesthesia monitoring experience
  • Fear-Free Certification (or interest in pursuing it)
  • Apply Today!

    If youre ready to join a supportive team that values compassion, teamwork, and high-quality care, wed love to hear from you!

    Role Responsibilities / Qualifications

    Responsibilities

  • Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
  • Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
  • Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and / or note any changes of patients condition to DVM
  • Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
  • Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
  • High quality client communication on patient updates and questions
  • Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED certificate
  • Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
  • Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
  • Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Your Benefits

  • Pay range of $ / hour, based on experience
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
  • Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24 / 7
  • Discounted Veterinary Care
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • A large network of over 10,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
  • Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
  • Vet Tech Pathways : We believe in supporting your journey to becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. For eligible teammates, we cover the costs for you to earn your credentials, opening up numerous career opportunities. Whether youre interested in deepening your clinical skills, exploring a specialty, or advancing into leadership, our program empowers you to shape your path. With a range of learning and development resources, you can focus on what excites you most, knowing that weve got your back every step of the way. Your future is in your hands, and were here to help you achieve it.

    At SVP, your path is yours to create.

    About Mission Pet Health : Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. Thats Mission Pet Health in a nutshell!

    We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. That belief still guides everything we dofrom mentorship to medicine to how we support our teammates.

    Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow which fuel us to drive a tangible, lasting impact for our teams, the communities we serve, and the pets we care for.

    So, whats in it for you at Mission?

  • Unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Benefits that buck the norm of the vet med industry
  • A culture where YOUR well-being comes first
  • Were on a mission to be the greatest veterinary company in the worldand wed love for YOU to be a part of it!

    Mission is one of the leading veterinary care organizations in the U.S., formed by the joining together of Southern Veterinary Partners and Mission Veterinary Partners. Our mission is to provide world-class support to hospital teams on a hyper-local basis. Our Home Office teams manage the back-end side of the business so our hospital teams can focus on what matters most the medicine and caring for their patients. Were based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of Mission is in our 850+ animal hospitals and 20,000+ teammates across the country. Founded on a deep commitment to clinical and operational excellence, weve earned recognition on prestigious workplace ranking lists such as Inc. 5000, U.S. News & World Report, and Newsweek. In fact, in 2024, Newsweek named SVP the #11 Most Loved Workplace in America, marking the companys third consecutive Top 25 ranking.

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