Vet Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Heartland Veterinary Clinic | Harrisonburg, VA

Schedule: Full-Time
Hours: Includes one evening shift (until 8:00 PM) 

Build Your Career with a Team That Values You

Heartland Veterinary Clinic is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our collaborative and compassionate team. As a long standing clinic in the Shanandoah Valley, we take pride in providing excellent patient care while creating a workplace where teamwork, learning, and professional growth are encouraged.

If you enjoy working in a busy general practice, love caring for animals, and work well as part of a team, we'd love to meet you!

In This Role You Will

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with appointments, procedures, surgery, and dentistry.
• Assist in preparation of patients for exams and procedures and provide compassionate patient care.
• Assist with restraint, treatments, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
• Assist in collection and prepare laboratory samples and assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Help care for hospitalized patients and keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Help maintain an efficient workflow and contribute to a positive team environment.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has previous veterinary assistant experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Is comfortable working with dogs and cats and providing safe, compassionate patient handling.
• Has experience with basic veterinary assisting skills such as restraint, medication administration, and patient care.
• Is dependable, organized, and able to stay focused in a busy environment.
• Communicates well with clients and coworkers.
• Is eager to learn and continue developing their veterinary skills.
• Can work one evening shift until 8:00 p.m.

Why Join Heartland Veterinary Clinic?

Our team believes in supporting one another while providing excellent patient care. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities to grow your skills, and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible team members.

Benefits include:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Monthly performance bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health resources with 24/7 support
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Annual scrub allowance
• Continuing education opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee recognition and incentive programs
• Discounts on veterinary services at Community Veterinary Partners hospitals
• Pet insurance discounts

If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital where you can grow your skills, work with a supportive team, and make a difference for pets and their families, we encourage you to apply. We'd love to welcome you to the Heartland Veterinary Clinic team!

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.