Veterinary Assistant

Emma Vet | Alexandria, VA

Emma Vet is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our Urgent Care team. This is a great opportunity for a reliable, compassionate assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment.

Location:

1628A Belle View Boulevard

Alexandria, VA 22307

Compensation: $24 - $26

Practice Overview:

• Urgent Care & General Practice
• 3 Doctors
• Modern, collaborative hospital environment

Tentative Schedule:

• Wednesday: 11:00 AM 11:00 PM
• Thursday: 11:00 AM 11:00 PM
• Saturday: 11:00 AM 11:00 PM

Hospital Hours:

• MondayFriday: 8:00 AM 11:00 PM
• SaturdaySunday: 11:00 AM 11:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with urgent and emergency cases
• Restrain patients safely and compassionately
• Prepare treatment areas and maintain a clean, organized workspace
• Assist with diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Monitor patients and report changes to the medical team
• Support client communication during urgent care visits
• Help maintain hospital flow during busy shifts

Veterinary Experience & Skills

• 1+ year of veterinary/kennel experience
• Animal handling and restraint
• Assisting with medication administration
• Dispensing medications to go home
• Familiar with vaccines required for boarding
• Basic laboratory, pharmacy, and nursing support skills
• Exposure to in-house lab equipment (including Idexx)
• Exposure to radiographs
• Feeding and exercising animals
• Cleaning and sanitizing

Professional Strengths

• Strong client communication skills
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Timely and reliable
• Takes initiative
• Able to remain calm and efficient during high-pressure or medical situations
• Works well in fast-paced environments

• Be a Critical Support in Urgent Situations: You'll be an essential part of the medical team, directly assisting veterinarians and technicians with hands-on patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure a Seamless Workflow During a Crisis: Your ability to anticipate needs and maintain composure will be key to keeping the clinic running efficiently, even during a medical emergency.
• Provide a Calming Presence for Clients: You'll be a reassuring point of contact for worried pet owners, assisting with check-ins, payments, and communications with empathy and professionalism.
• Maintain High Standards Under Pressure: You'll uphold our commitment to excellence by ensuring accurate record-keeping and maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment at all times.

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience, with ER or high-volume experience preferred.
• The ability to stay calm, composed, and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets, with proficiency in basic laboratory, pharmacy, and nursing skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• A flexible schedule, with availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

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.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

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 benefits@mvetpartners.com 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.