Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant

Established in 1974, Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital has been happily serving the needs of our community's pets for over 35 years. Our practice was founded by Dr. K.W. Gilpin and currently led by Dr. Darin Gilpin, Dr. Brian Gilpin, and Dr. Tori Shamblin Lefevers. Our team of veterinary professionals has grown over the years and currently includes seven veterinarians, seven registered veterinary technicians and many other experienced teammates to provide the best quality care for our patients. Each staff member contributes knowledge and experience in a variety of companion animal topics. We have team members who are experienced supporting all aspects of patient care from highly technical surgical procedures to training and behavioral problems in pets of all ages. We offer preventative care, diagnostic, soft-tissue surgeries, laser therapy, dentistry, in house pharmacy, and more!

Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital is a family run business with long-term ties and dedication to the community. It is our personal commitment to provide outstanding veterinary care for all pets and neighbor clients here in Berkeley, Jefferson and Morgan counties and surrounding areas. Our pets are an important part of our lives here at Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital, and we know that the people in our community feel the same and deserve nothing but the best.

Martinsburg, West Virginia, it is located in the lower Shenandoah Valley at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle region of West Virginia. There is no shortage of things to do or places to explore in or around Berkley County. Whatever you want to get into or away from, this area is here for you! Our diverse parks, shops, trails, museums, outdoor landscape, distilleries, and restaurants are ready to match your mood and great for individuals or families. We’re known for being the worlds #1 county for geocaching as well, which provides hours of outdoor fun for all ages! Being just over an hour west of Washington DC, where rivers meet mountains and history happens. Come visit us – we’re confident that you’ll want to stay once you do!

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Job Description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your technical skills and compassion for animals make a true impact? Join our dedicated urgent care team as a Veterinary Assistant, where you'll play a critical role in patient care, client communication, and life-saving support.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Veterinary Assistant in our urgent care setting, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Safely restrain animals using low-stress handling techniques
• Triage and assess incoming patients to prioritize care
• Collect and analyze laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin, etc.)
• Perform diagnostic imaging and accurately capture radiographs
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical prep, procedures, and recovery
• Provide high-quality nursing care to stable and critical patients
• Accurately document patient histories and interpret medical records
• Communicate treatment plans clearly and compassionately to clients
  
  

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary assistant experience (required)
• Flexibility to work rotating weekends (required)
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and a collaborative attitude
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Solid understanding of preventative care, hospital workflow, and surgical procedures
• Competence in sample collection, lab test processing, radiograph positioning, and anesthetic monitoring
• The ability to accept and act on constructive feedback to support hospital efficiency
• A self-starter mentality with a commitment to continued learning and professional development
  
  

Additional Information

Urgent Care Hospital Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12pm-11pm

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
  
  

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.