Veterinary Assistant - Animal Care Center

Animal Care Center in Princeton, West Virginia ( just one hour from Blacksburg) is a team of compassionate and experienced veterinarians who practice high quality veterinary medicine in a collaborative small-animal focused environment. Our beautiful 10,000 square foot custom-built facility includes u ltrasound and endoscopy/rhinoscopy units, laser therapy and laser surgery equipment, and a layout designed to facilitate smooth workflows. We offer quality mentorship from multiple experienced veterinarians on staff and customized scheduling opportunities to meet your needs in order to allow a better work life balance. ACC is proud of our loyal clientele and excellent community reputation, and we have a sister hospital located nearby in Pearisburg, Virginia!

Veterinary Assistant

Position Summary:

The Veterinary Assistant provides essential support to the veterinarian during outpatient exams and throughout the diagnosis and treatment of patients. They care for all patients, assist with medical procedures, and help ensure each patient receives high-quality, compassionate care. In this role, the Veterinary Assistant also serves as a key connection between the veterinarian and clients. Through exceptional service and communication, the Veterinary Assistant helps build trust and foster lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.

• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries as needed.

• Handles sensitive client situations with empathy and discretion, escalating medical questions appropriately.

• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.

• Safely restrains animals of varying sizes and temperaments using low-stress handling techniques.

• Administers medications, draws up vaccines, collects lab samples, and performs basic lab tests as directed.