Neurology Veterinary Assistant

Department:
Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Charlottesville, Virginia

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Veterinary Assistant - Neurology

Are you passionate about veterinary medicine and interested in advancing your skills in a surgical specialty environment? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Surgery Veterinary Assistant to join our growing surgical team.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists, credentialed technicians, and veterinary professionals providing advanced surgical care to pets and their families.

• Full-time schedule: four, 10-hour shifts,
  • Monday through Thursday with occasional rotating Saturdays
• Dedicated to our neurology department.
• Opportunities to build skills alongside specialists, LVTs, and fellow assistants while gaining exposure to advanced procedures and treatments.
• As a Neurology Veterinary Assistant, you will support patient care throughout the surgical process, from pre-operative preparation to post-operative recovery.

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with consultations, procedures, and patient care
• Prepare patients for surgery, including restraint, clipping, scrubbing, and surgical site preparation
• Set up and maintain sterile surgical suites and equipment Assist with patient induction, recovery, and monitoring under veterinary supervision
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, packs, and supplies
• Support diagnostic procedures including radiographs, MRIs, CT preparation, sample collection, and laboratory submissions
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition
• Administer medications and treatments as directed and permitted by state regulations
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and discharge instructions
• Ensure treatment and surgical areas remain clean, organized, and properly stocked
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient outcomes

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant experience Surgery, specialty, emergency, or anesthesia experience is highly desirable
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Understanding of aseptic technique and surgical preparation preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Willingness to learn advanced neurological and surgical procedures and specialty medicine

• Competitive compensation ($18-20/h)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Continued education and training opportunities

Every day presents new opportunities to assist with complex and rewarding cases, support patients through life-changing procedures, and work with cutting-edge surgical equipment and techniques. This role is ideal for veterinary assistants who enjoy hands-on patient care, precision, and being part of a highly collaborative medical team dedicated to exceptional outcomes.