About Urgent Paws Veterinary Care Urgent Paws Veterinary Care is a new, privately owned clinic located in Midlothian, VA, providing compassionate, high-quality urgent care for pets during times of illness, injury, and unexpected situations. Our practice is built around empowering veterinary professionals to deliver exceptional medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment—because we believe great care starts with a strong, valued team. We are committed not only to our patients and clients, but also to the community we serve, offering reliable urgent care services including diagnostics, advanced treatments, and general surgery for urgent cases. At Urgent Paws, every patient is treated with skill, empathy, and the urgency they deserve.

Our Mission & Core Values Our Mission:

To provide exceptional, compassionate urgent veterinary care while creating a positive, supportive experience for every patient, client, and team member we serve. Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, accountability, positivity, communication, and excellence in patient care. We believe that every team member plays an important role in creating the experience we want our clients and patients to have. We value individuals who take ownership of their attitude and actions, support one another, bring positive energy to the workplace, and are committed to continuously learning and improving. Job Overview - Veterinary Assistant We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our urgent care team. This role is essential in supporting veterinarians and technicians while delivering high-quality, efficient care in a fast-paced urgent care environment. Veterinary Assistants at Urgent Paws play a hands-on role in patient care, client communication, and team support, helping ensure a smooth and positive experience for both patients and their families during stressful situations. Schedule & Availability Requirements Urgent Paws Veterinary Care is a 7-day-a-week practice , and weekend availability is an essential requirement of this position. Employees should expect to be scheduled for weekend shifts as part of their regular work schedule. Urgent Paws is open all holidays except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day . Employees should expect to work holidays when scheduled, with the exception of these two practice-closed holidays. Core Responsibilities

• Assist with patient triage and obtain accurate, urgent-care-focused patient histories
• Obtain and accurately document patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and other relevant parameters
• Safely and compassionately restrain patients for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
• Assist with diagnostics, treatments, and procedures as directed by the veterinary team
• Clearly communicate treatment plans and discharge instructions to clients
• Maintain standards for hospital cleanliness
• Provide compassionate, empathetic support to clients during urgent and emotional situations Experience & Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and efficiently use veterinary practice management software, electronic medical records, and other computer-based systems
• Previous veterinary assistant experience required; training will be provided
• Ability to work efficiently and remain calm in a fast-paced urgent care setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Positive, professional demeanor with a high level of empathy for clients and patients
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient and client care Physical Requirements
• Ability to safely restrain, handle, and lift animals up to 50 pounds
• Able to bend/kneel, stoop, and be on your feet for 8 to 10 hours at a time
• Able to work around animals, animal waste, biohazard materials, and various chemicals Why Join Urgent Paws?

Join Urgent Paws Veterinary Care and become part of a supportive, collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care and community support. We believe that a strong team creates exceptional care, and we strive to create an environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We value individuals who are motivated, compassionate, accountable, and eager to grow while making a meaningful difference for pets and their families. Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person