Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant – Full-Time

Bon Air Animal Hospital is a trusted, full-service veterinary practice serving the Richmond community with high-quality, compassionate care for companion animals. Our team is committed to clinical excellence, client education, and creating a supportive, team-oriented workplace. We are seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal care, eager to learn, and motivated to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering exceptional patient care.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist veterinarians and teammates during examinations and procedures
• Safely restrain dogs and cats for exams, treatments, and diagnostics
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain hospital equipment and workspaces
• Support basic laboratory procedures (sample collection, preparation, and processing)
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes to the medical team
• Provide compassionate care to patients and excellent service to clients
• Assist with feeding, walking, and maintaining patient comfort

Skills Knowledge and Expertise:

• Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or in an animal care role preferred
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation ($14-15/h)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off
• Employee pet care discounts
• Free access to Calm Health app
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth

Why Join Us?

At Bon Air Animal Hospital, you will be part of a collaborative and caring team that values professional development and work-life balance. We take pride in providing high-quality veterinary care while fostering a positive and respectful workplace.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume. Qualified applicants will be contacted for the next steps.

About Bon Air Animal Hospital:

Bon Air Animal Hospital, in Richmond, VA, is a multi-faceted care facility that provides the highest quality care in medicine and surgery for cats, dogs, pigs, and chickens. We provide a wide variety of services including preventative, diagnostic, dentistry, geriatric care, chemotherapy, nutritional counseling, pain management, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, We have state-of-the-art equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, CO2 Laser, in-house laboratory, and pharmacy. Our team is passionate about the impact we make and truly cares about increasing the quality of life for our patients. We value training, compassion, and career development. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy:

Bon Air Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.