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Veterinary Assistant at Crossroads Animal Care Center
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Full-Time | Rotating Saturdays (8a-2pm)
Pay: $19–$24/hour (based on experience)
Crossroads Animal Care Center is a full-service small animal hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and urgent care services to the pets of Northern Virginia. Our team is deeply committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate veterinary medicine while creating a supportive and engaging workplace where team members can grow and succeed.
We are a hybrid General Practice/Urgent Care hospital dedicated to supporting our community through exceptional pet care, and we’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Bring
- Veterinary Assistant experience in a clinical setting preferred
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced hybrid GP/Urgent Care environment
- Ability to work some evenings and rotating Saturday shifts (8 AM–2 PM)
- A positive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow
- Strong teamwork skills and willingness to jump in where needed
- Confidence handling and restraining dogs and cats safely and compassionately
- Strong communication skills with both clients and team members
- Dependability, initiative, and a sense of humor are a huge plus
A Day in This Role
- Assist with patient care, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Support surgical and dental workflows including prep, cleanup, instrument handling, and anesthesia monitoring
- Help maintain smooth patient flow throughout the hospital
- Provide compassionate, high-quality client communication and education
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization throughout the facility
- Support doctors and technicians in delivering efficient, high-quality care
- Participate in ongoing mentorship, training, and skill development opportunities
Perks and Benefits
- Clear advancement and growth opportunities
- Specialized training and mentorship programs
- CE reimbursement free RACE-approved CE platform
- Scrub allowance
- Team socials and themed events that build real camaraderie
- Health, dental, vision, and 24/7 mental health support
- Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
- 401(k) with employer match
- Incentive programs recognizing teamwork and excellent patient care
- Personal pet care discounts
If you’re looking for a hospital where you can continue learning, feel supported, and make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to meet you.
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Salary : $19 - $24