Top 8 Veterinary assistant Jobs in Blacksburg, Va

ECC Veterinary Assistant
Virginia Tech —Blacksburg, VA
- From $36,501 a year
- Overtime
- ER
- Communication skills
- Teaching
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Dublin Animal Hospital - Part-Time Kennel Attendant
Dublin Animal Hospital —Blacksburg, VA
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant
Riverside Veterinary Clinic —Radford, VA
- $13.50 - $16.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Veterinary Assistant, Part Time / Full Time
Brandon Animal Hospital —Roanoke, VA
- $12.77 - $15.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- US work authorization
- In-person
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Kennel Technician
West End Animal Clinic —Radford, VA
- From $12.77 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Kennel Attendant
Barkley and Rover with Klub Kanine —Salem, VA
- From $13.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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ECC Veterinary Assistant

Virginia Tech -
Blacksburg, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $36,501 a year
9 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Loan assistance

Qualifications

First aid
Veterinary CPR
Catheterization

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537007

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Vet. Medicine Clinical Services

Veterinary Medicine

Full-Time (Salaried)

Virginia Tech

Job Description

About Us:
Join our dynamic and energetic team at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital! We are passionate about the fast-paced world of emergency medicine and dedicated to teaching the future of veterinary medicine. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the shared goal of providing exceptional care to our patients.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated ECC Veterinary Assistant to support our clinical faculty and senior veterinary students in the ICU/ECC (Emergency Critical Care) sections of our Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our emergency services and in delivering top-notch care to our animal patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain a clean and organized environment by performing cleaning and stocking duties.
Provide basic care for animal patients, including walking dogs.
Manage ward and treatment room operations, focusing on infection control and isolation management.
Assist clinicians with receiving, triaging, and admitting emergency patients.
Support critical care nursing procedures in the ICU.
Administer treatments and medications as directed by clinical faculty.
Instruct senior veterinary students in technical and manipulative skills related to ICU/Critical Care.
Facilitating client communications and phone inquiries
Assisting with payment collection and financial discussions

Why Join Us?

Fun and Energetic Team: Work with a group of passionate professionals who love what they do. Our team is known for its camaraderie, mutual support, and a shared sense of purpose.
Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in an exciting and dynamic setting where no two days are the same. We embrace the challenges of emergency medicine with enthusiasm and dedication.
Teaching and Learning: Contribute to the education of future veterinary doctors while enhancing your own skills. We believe in continuous learning and professional growth.
Team Culture: Our team culture is built on respect, collaboration, and a positive attitude. We celebrate successes together and support each other through challenges. We value open communication, innovation, and a strong work ethic.
Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a starting salary of $36,500, a sign-on bonus for new hires, and relocation benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Competitive salary with shift adjustments
State retirement plan with pension option
Excellent state medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation (up to 4 weeks), sick leave, paid holidays, and 8 weeks paid parental leave
Paid continuing education and VTS, along with uniform allowance and tuition assistance
Student loan repayment assistance
Relocation assistance
Opportunity to take classes at Virginia Tech for free (up to 12 credits per year)

Required Qualifications

Experience in a veterinary medical setting, preferably in emergency/intensive care.

Strong knowledge of basic nursing skills and CPR.

Ability to assist with advanced veterinary technician skills such as central venous line placement, urinary catheterization, and monitoring blood transfusions.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Enrollment in or interest in enrolling in a veterinary technician program, with tuition reimbursement opportunities available.

Pay Band

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Starting at $36,501, commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40+

Review Date

08/03/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Carrie Nowlin at [email protected] during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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