Veterinary Surgical Assistant

Job Description

Herndon Animal Medical Center, AAHA-accredited general practice, has been proudly serving the Herndon, VA community for over 25 years! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic team.

Why Join Us?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling with no weekends or holidays! We prioritize our staff's well-being, ensuring appointments end early so everyone can leave on time.
• Location: Our hospital is located just 5 minutes from the vibrant Reston Town Center, with easy access to parks, trails, and a variety of outdoor activities.
• Growth-Oriented Environment: We take pride in fostering a respectful, growth-focused workplace. Our exceptional training program helps our staff develop and thrive in their roles.

What We're Looking For:

• A veterinary surgical assistant with at least 1-2 years of experience and offer a strong training program to help you grow.
• Comfortable talking and interacting with clients.
• A team player who values a collaborative, respectful environment.

In this position, you will learn: proper restraint, how to assist the doctors in appointments, surgical before and after care, venipuncture, positioning for radiographs, Cold Laser treatment protocols, how to run in house lab services and reference lab preparation, our clinic software, client communication, and anything else you'd like.

What We Offer:

• Full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Pet care discounts
• A supportive team culture that values growth, learning, and work-life balance

Join a team where professional growth, work-life balance, and a respectful environment are top priorities. Be part of our mission to provide high-quality care in a welcoming and community-focused practice.

If you are passionate about animals and ready to make an impact, apply today to become part of the Herndon Animal Medical Center family!

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.