Midlothian Animal Clinic is located in Midlothian, VA, and has been serving the community for 41 years. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as routine medical, surgical, and dental care.

Here at Midlothian Animal Clinic, we are dedicated to caring for pets by providing superior medical attention as well as client service.

Our practice is committed to the continuing education of our veterinarians and staff, the utilization of technology, and a sincere concern for the welfare of our patients and clients.

We support and encourage the human-animal bond through preventative care, the treatment of disease, alleviation of pain, and client education.

If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today!

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital.

When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over individuals, % tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.

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
• 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
• Pay range of $14.50-$16 / hour based on experience
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24 / 7
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• A large network of over 5, 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!

Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8, employees nationwide.

The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplaces list in .

Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. ’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (, , , , and ) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (, , , , and ).

Last updated : 2024-04-26