Certified Veterinary Assistant in Midlothian, VA
Job title from NVA (National Veterinary Associates): Certified Veterinary Assistant
Source: NVA (National Veterinary Associates) job site (careers.nva.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Nov 4, 2026.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 3.95 an hour less than the typical USD 20.95 an hour for veterinary assistant jobs in Virginia (54 jobs that list the pay).
Veterinary assistant pay by state
Better-paying jobs nearby
About NVA (National Veterinary Associates) here
NVA (National Veterinary Associates) has 4 more open veterinary jobs in Midlothian, VA.
Job description from NVA (National Veterinary Associates)
Veterinary Assistant – Swift Creek Animal Hospital & Pet Resort
Do you love animals, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a team that feels like family? Swift Creek Animal Hospital & Pet Resort is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our crew of compassionate animal lovers.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Assisting our doctors during appointments, surgeries, and vaccinations
• Performing blood draws, taking X-rays, and caring for instruments & clippers
• Keeping exam rooms, floors, and hospital areas clean and welcoming
• Helping with bathing pets (rubber ducky playlist optional )
• Managing laundry (because clean towels = happy patients!)
• Communicating with clients, doctors, teammates, and referral clinics
• Submitting prescriptions and entering important patient information
• Assisting with inventory and making sure we never run out of the good stuff
• Lifting up to 40 lbs multiple times a day (think adorable but wiggly pups)
What We’re Looking For:
• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant
• A friendly, team-oriented personality with great communication skills
• A love for animals and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed
• Someone who thrives in a busy, team-centered environment
The Perks:
• Pay: $16–$18/hour depending on experience
• A fun, supportive workplace where we celebrate wins (and cute patients) together
• Work alongside skilled doctors and a caring team who truly love what they do
• The satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of pets and their people
If you’re ready to bring your skills, compassion, and energy to a team that works hard and laughs often, we’d love to meet you!
Apply today and come see why Swift Creek Animal Hospital & Pet Resort is a great place to work, grow, and wag your tail.
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.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [email protected]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Apply on the NVA (National Veterinary Associates) site