Veterinary Assistant

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Leesburg, VA Until 9/15/2026 First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

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Seeking a Veterinary Assistant 

 North Oatlands Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! 

What to Expect 

As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: 

  • All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too. 
  • Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO. 

Salary: $25-$33/hr based on experience and skillset.  

Schedule: Will work full-time hours Monday-Saturday.  

Key Responsibilities:  

  • Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries 
  • Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately 
  • Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces 
  • Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples 
  • Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian 
  • Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed 
  • Maintain accurate medical records 
  • Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits 
  • Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment 

Qualifications: 

  • Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting. 
  • Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment. 
  • Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. 

 

About North Oatlands Animal Hospital 

At North Oatlands Animal Hospital & Reproductive Center you can count on superior care and excellent service. We aim to assemble an expert team of veterinary professionals to provide the best possible healthcare for our patients. We have state of the art veterinary facilities and a clean, comfortable, efficient, environment. In addition, we maintain AAHA-accreditation. Does this sound like the place for you? 

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About this role

Summary

Assist veterinarians with animal care, procedures, and clinic maintenance in a veterinary hospital.

Job title

Veterinary Assistant

Experience level

previous experience in veterinary setting

Industry

veterinary healthcare

Location requirements

Leesburg, VA; no remote work

Salary

$25-$33/hr based on experience and skillset

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

disinfectionadministering medicationdiagnostic equipmentanimal handling

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

animal caremedical assistancelaboratory testssurgical support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Leesburg, VA, USA

On-site City