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Job Description
Veterinary Assistant – Join Our Caring Team!
Are you passionate about animals and want to build a meaningful career in veterinary or pet care? Or are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant ready to use your skills to their fullest while continuing to learn and grow? If so, we’d love to welcome you into our family!
At Harris Animal Hospital, we believe in more than just great veterinary care—we believe in creating a warm, supportive team that feels like family, all while helping pets live longer, healthier, and happier lives.
What You’ll Do
As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our technicians and veterinarians and providing loving care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include:
- Comforting and gently restraining pets during exams and treatments
- Administering medications and assisting with daily care routines
- Helping with feeding, bathing, and maintaining a clean, safe environment
- Keeping exam rooms, kennels, and equipment clean and organized
Every task you take on directly supports the health and wellbeing of the pets—and peace of mind for their families.
What We’re Looking For
Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, we welcome compassionate, reliable individuals who want to grow with us. You’ll thrive here if you have:
- At least one year of customer service experience (veterinary or pet care preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and a caring, team-focused attitude
- The ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- A genuine passion for helping pets and supporting their families
Schedule & Availability
We are open to both part-time and full-time candidates. Our hospital hours are:
Monday & Thursday: 7:30 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Closed Saturdays & Sundays – enjoy your weekends!
Compensation & Benefits
Your dedication to our patients and team will be rewarded with:
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- Generous Health Reimbursement Account contributions
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- Continuing education opportunities
- Performance-based bonuses
- Four day work week
About Harris Animal Hospital
We are a well-established, trusted veterinary hospital in Roanoke offering full-spectrum care—including wellness, emergency services, dentistry, laser surgery, laser therapy, thermal imaging, in-house lab, ultrasound, and boarding.
Our team is known for its compassionate care, strong teamwork, and supportive atmosphere. We take pride in not only caring for pets but also in nurturing the growth of each team member. When you join us, you’re not just getting a job—you’re gaining a second family dedicated to making a difference.
How to Apply
Opportunities to join our family don’t come often! If you want to grow your career while making a real impact on the health and happiness of pets and their people, apply today with the form below.