Veterinary Assistant

At Towne Animal Clinic, you join a practice that has been a cornerstone of veterinary care in Leesburg, VA, since 1985. Our mission is to provide personalized, compassionate medicine that fosters the bond between our clients and their pets. We respect your professional role and believe strongly in listening carefully to concerns and communicating thoroughly about advanced care options. The community clearly trusts our approach, reflected in our excellent 4.8-star Google rating. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team delivering the highest standard of small animal medicine.Collaboration is key among our eight doctors and the dedicated medical teammates who support them. While we operate independently, we are connected to a network committed to your professional development. If you are looking to advance your skillset, we have resources in place to help you achieve goals like becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. When you join us, you gain access to educational programs and internal consultation resources, allowing you and your teammates to do your best work every day and succeed in your chosen path.Providing full-service care means that you will work within a sophisticated medical environment equipped for advanced procedures. Your medical day is supported by comprehensive services including wellness and prevention, testing and diagnostics, and robust surgical procedures. Furthermore, we are known in the Leesburg community for handling urgent care and emergency needs, ensuring you have ample opportunities to utilize critical thinking and advanced medical skills in varied situations.Towne Animal Clinic is conveniently located at 64 A Plaza St NE in beautiful Leesburg, VA. This highly desirable community in Loudoun County offers a balance of historic charm and modern convenience. You will appreciate the predictable schedule that allows for a strong work-life balance, as our standard operating hours run from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays, with Sundays closed. Joining our team means integrating into a supportive local culture and highly engaged client base. Job Description Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands‑on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect. Be the Go‑To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow. Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach. Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care. What You'll Bring to the Team A High School Diploma or equivalent. A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast‑paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure. Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments. Strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset. Responsibilities and Benefits How You're Supported As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked. Competitive Compensation A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role. We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates. Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage. Commitment to Growth We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA‑accredited veterinary technician programs. The Power of a Network Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices. Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc. About Mission Pet Health Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world‑class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper‑local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com . Driving the award‑winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian‑led, people‑focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care. Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information. EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're using NVDA, press NVDA key + space to enable focus mode to read the slider properly. Location: Bedrock Veterinary Specialists Cornelius Location: Livewell Animal Hospital of Argyle Location: Livewell Animal Urgent Care of Minnetonka #J-18808-Ljbffr Towne Animal Clinic, LLC