Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Parkersburg Veterinary Hospital
3602 E. 7th St., Parkersburg, WV 26104
Join a Team That Loves What They Do
At Parkersburg Veterinary Hospital, we're searching for a Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about animal care, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to be part of a team that truly enjoys working together.
Our Parkersburg hospital is a busy, full-service practice with 7 veterinarians, providing exceptional medical care for dogs and cats. Team members may also have the opportunity to support our nearby Vienna location, a smaller outpatient-focused practice, offering a variety of experiences while working alongside an outstanding team.
We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for veterinary medicine. Experience is important, but finding the right person to fit our culture is our top priority.
What You'll Do
As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an essential role in supporting our veterinarians and technicians by:
- Assisting with patient restraint and handling
- Preparing exam rooms and treatment areas
- Supporting laboratory testing and diagnostics
- Assisting during procedures and surgeries
- Providing compassionate care to hospitalized patients
- Educating and communicating with pet owners
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
What We're Looking For
- Veterinary Assistant experience of two or more years
- Passion for caring for dogs and cats
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
- Self-motivated and eager to learn
- Dependable, adaptable, and ready to jump in where needed
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- A desire to contribute to a supportive, collaborative culture
Schedule
- Full-time position
- Typically, three 12-hour shifts per week
- Occasionally three full days plus one half day
- Rotating weekend schedule
Compensation & Benefits
- $16.00–$18.00/hour, based on experience
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k)
- Employee Pet Discount
- Continuing Education opportunities
- Career growth and development
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
Why Parkersburg Veterinary Hospital?
We're proud of the culture we've built. Our team believes in supporting one another, working hard, and having fun while providing exceptional care to our patients and clients. Whether you're looking to continue growing your veterinary career or find a hospital where you'll truly feel at home, we'd love to meet you.
If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and ready to join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and a great attitude, apply today!
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.
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