Veterinary Assistant

For more than eight decades, Arlington Animal Hospital has been a trusted name in veterinary care for dogs and cats in Arlington and the surrounding communities. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that exceptional medicine is only part of the equation—compassion, communication, and client education are equally vital to ensuring every pet's health and happiness.

At Arlington Animal Hospital, we treat our clients like family and consider them essential members of their pet's wellness team. Our AAHA-accredited practice is committed to the highest standards of care, delivered in a warm, collaborative environment.

Our recently updated, fully equipped hospital features a large, open treatment floor, a spacious surgery suite, digital radiography, in-house ultrasound, and a full dental suite. We offer a wide range of services, from routine preventive care to advanced diagnostics and surgery.

We're currently seeking a driven, energetic veterinarian with a passion for high-quality medicine, surgery, and dentistry to join our team. If you're excited to collaborate with an experienced and compassionate staff in a well-established, community-focused practice, we'd love to meet you.

Join Our Team at Arlington Animal Hospital

Location: 2301 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204
Serving the Arlington community since 1938
AAHA-Accredited
Canine & Feline Exclusive

Wage: $20 - $22/hr

About Us

Arlington Animal Hospital has been a trusted name in veterinary care for over 85 years. Originally established in 1938, our hospital moved into a new, modern facility in 2019 and continues to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to dogs and cats. We are proud of our long-standing client relationships—some spanning generations—and our deep roots in the Arlington community.

Our five-veterinarian team works in a collaborative, compassionate, and client-focused environment. We prioritize transparent communication and strive to make both our clients and our team feel supported and valued.

We're Hiring: Veterinary Assistants (VA) 

We're looking for 2 Veterinary Assistants  to join our team. We'd love to meet you if you share our core values of accountability, compassion, teamwork, and communication.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll:

• Perform safe and effective animal restraint

• Collect patient histories and assist in client communication

• Administer SQ injections (Solensia, Cytopoint, vaccines)

• Perform venipuncture and run lab samples (Idexx in-house)

• Assist with procedures and treatments

• Monitor patients and provide nursing care

• Express anal glands, trim nails, administer fluids, and more

What We're Looking For

• Veterinary Assistant: Prior experience required (at least 2 years preferred), strong handling and communication skills, confident with preventive care and treatment protocols

Why Join Us?

• Client-focused care model – we bring clients into the process, minimizing "taking pets to the back"

• Team-oriented culture – open, equal communication and mutual respect across all roles

• Modern facility & technology – including Idexx lab equipment, digital dental X-rays, Avimark, and mobile ultrasound (Butterfly)

• Surgery days Tuesday & Friday – no orthopedics (we refer out)

• Flexible scheduling – 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays and a weekday off

• Longer appointment times – 30–40 minutes to allow thorough care and communication

Hospital Hours

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

• Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Sunday: Closed

If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and want to work in a collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered environment, we'd love to meet you

Position Skills:

• 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 patient's 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

Position Requirements:

• 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

Benefits

Our team members enjoy an extensive, comprehensive benefits package. When you're on our team, we've got you covered.

YOUR HEALTH - COVERED.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Mental Health Counseling
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
• Teledoc- FREE doctor access 24/7

YOUR FAMILY - COVERED.

• Caring for Elderly Family
• Returning to Work After a Baby
• Divorce
• Moving to a New Community
• Grieving for a Lost Loved One
• Military Family Matters
• Job Relocation
• Buying or Selling a Home

YOUR FINANCES - COVERED.

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Budgeting and Financial Guidance
• Teammate Referral Program
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Retirement Planning
• Will and Testament Planning
• Tax Issues
• Identity Theft Recovery
• Legal Counseling
• Teammate Assistance Program

About Mission Pet Health

Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. That's 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 do—from 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, what's 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

We're on a mission to be the greatest veterinary company in the world—and we'd 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. We're 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, we've 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 company's third consecutive Top 25 ranking. 

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