Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant People-First, Fear Free Clinic in Alexandria, VA

You know you're good at this. You love pets, you love humans (most of them), and you shine in a clinic where the pace is steady, not chaotic. If you've been looking for a place where culture, compassion, and sanity still matter, you just found it.

Harmony Animal Hospital is a Fear-Free Certified practice with a simple mission: We add more love to the world by caring for pets and their families.

Who We Are

Since opening in 2019, we've grown from a single doctor with four support staff in a startup clinic to a thriving team of over 25.

Our appointments are 30 to 60 minutes long because we practice individualized medicine, and we prioritize the emotional well-being of our patients. Culture isn't a buzzword here. It's the backbone of how we work. Our team lives by our core values: compassion, honest communication, growth, community impact, perseverance, and fun. Drama stays outside. People come first.

If you want a clinic that feels more family doctor than factory floor, this is your place.

Who You Are

• An assistant with at least 3 years of veterinary assistant or tech experience in appointments
• Someone who stays curious, looks for ways to keep improving, and genuinely wants to grow in this field
• Skilled, confident, and comfortable in a busy environment
• Compensated for anesthesia, dentistry, and general surgery experience
• A people-person who enjoys building trust with clients
• Someone who learns quickly, communicates clearly, and brings positive energy
• Able to take care of yourself, not burn yourself out
• A teammate who laughs, supports others, and can shift gears gracefully
• Someone who understands what good culture looks like, and you want to be part of a team that protects it.

What Youll Do

Youll work 3540 hours per week (Mon-Fri with rotating Saturdays, plus occasional kitty-boarding shifts). Your days will include:

• Assisting doctors in 30-60 minute appointments
• Client education
• Fear Free handling
• Surgical prep
• Phlebotomy in the exam rooms, in front of the owners
• Radiographs (dental & full body)
• Administering vaccines, fluids, and injections
• Running IDEXX in-house labs
• Cytology, ear treatments, nail trims
• Processing platelet-rich plasma
• Laser and PulseVet therapies
• Filling prescriptions
• Keeping the clinic tidy
• Helping teammates grow
• Enjoying adorable puppy and kitten appointments
• Optional fun roles: videography, social events, clinic content creation

Every day is different. Every day matters.

What Were Looking For

• Someone who:
• Believes in compassion, honesty, and teamwork
• Loves clients as much as patients
• Communicates well
• Manages priorities with calm and confidence
• Leaves ego at the door
• Wants to help others grow
• Knows failure happens and learning matters
• Wants to enjoy work, not dread it

If you're this person, we'll be proud to call you part of our team.

Your Benefits & Perks

• Starts at $20.50 per hour
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Generous health, dental, and vision stipend
• PTO and holiday pay
• Aflac
• Scrub allowance
• CE opportunities
• Discounted pet care
• A stable, healthy, supportive workplace where your growth actually matters

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the kind of team you want to grow with, send your resume to us. Tell us who you are, what you're proud of, and why you'd be a strong fit. We review every application carefully, and we'd love to connect with you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 3 years (Required)

Location:

• Alexandria, VA 22310 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Alexandria, VA 22310 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alexandria, VA 22310: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person