Animal Medical Centers - Veterinary Assistant

Founded in 2002, Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun boasts a relaxed, collaborative staff and a long-standing positive presence in the community. We have two practice locations 15 minutes apart in Ashburn and Brambleton with a strong, experienced team of veterinarians across both locations, including a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. We see a small animal and exotics caseload!

The Veterinary Assistant plays a key role in supporting our veterinarians and medical team during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. This position focuses on delivering compassionate patient care while creating a positive, trusting experience for clients.

Veterinary Assistants are essential to maintaining efficient workflow and high-quality medicine across both of our hospital locations. In this role, you’ll work closely with doctors, technicians, and client service representatives to ensure every patient receives individualized, gold-standard care.

• Provide compassionate, attentive care to patients and excellent service to clients
• Support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures (as trained)
• Safely handle and restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments
• Prepare and administer medications and vaccines as directed
• Collect laboratory samples and perform basic in-house diagnostics, including:
  • Cytology (ears, skin, urine)
  • In-house lab equipment (IDEXX Pro Cyte and Catalyst)
• Accurately enter medical records, treatment plans, and charges using Avimark
• Educate clients on routine care, medications, and follow-up instructions
• Assist with client communication, including answering phones, routing questions, and completing follow-up calls
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and treatment areas
• Collaborate with team members across both hospital locations to support daily operations
• Handle sensitive or emotional situations with professionalism and empathy

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous Veterinary experience >1 year
• Comfortable learning and using veterinary software and basic computer programs
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Ability to stay organized and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on medical setting

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and assist with handling larger animals
• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and kneeling throughout the day
• Ability to work safely around cleaning agents, medical equipment, and animal-related risks
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with hospital standards

This position requires flexibility to support both of our hospital locations in Ashburn and Brambleton, located approximately 10-15 minutes apart. Team members are scheduled across both locations as part of a collaborative, shared staffing model.

Hospital

Hours:

• Monday
  - Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Saturday (Ashburn location only): 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Schedules may vary within these hours based on hospital needs.