Veterinary Assistant - Skill Growth & Collaborative Team Granby Veterinary Hospital - 3.3 Norfolk, VA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $15 - $25 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid parental leave Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Uniform allowance Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Outpatient experience Attention to detail Animal restraint Full Job Description Join a supportive, independent team dedicated to providing high-touch clinical care in the heart of Norfolk! Ghent and Granby Veterinary Hospital is a locally owned, non-corporate, AAHA-accredited practice dedicated to elite, high-touch clinical care. We believe in clinical standards, patient-centered handling, and investing in the people who make our medicine possible. While veterinary medicine is inherently fast-paced and demanding, we provide a structured, professional environment where your skills are respected and your growth is prioritized. Veterinary Journey - Our Tiered Growth Path We don't believe in dead-end jobs. We have developed levels programs for both our veterinary assistants and licensed technicians, offering clear expectations and pathways for growth: Tier 1: Entry-level or students; focus on clinical foundations and mentorship. Tier 2: Competent clinical assistants; independent in outpatient rooms and diagnostics. Tier 3: Advanced/Surgical leads; seasoned producers in surgery and workflow management. What You'll Do (Duties)

Clinical Excellence:

Provide high-standard restraint and assistance for examinations and advanced procedures.

Patient Advocacy:

Maintain our commitment to low-stress patient handling and championing medical recommendations to our clients.

Technical Support:

Assist in laboratory diagnostics (fecals, cytologies, bloodwork) and surgical preparation.

Collaborative Care:

Work alongside our DVMs and LVTs in a high-tech, paperless clinical environment.

Who You Are Detail-Oriented:

You spot the small things before they become big problems.

Standards-Driven:

You believe that if a job is worth doing, it's worth doing right (AAHA style).

Community-Minded:

You want to work in an environment that values teamwork and continuous improvement.

Benefits & Compensation Competitive Pay:

$15.00 - $25.00/hr (Commensurate with Tier/Experience).

Professional Growth:

Structured pathway to LVT licensure and CE allowance.

Private Practice Culture:

No corporate bureaucracy. We make decisions based on what's best for the patient.

Full Benefits:

Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Matching, Paid Maternity Leave, and Employee Referral Bonuses.

Pay:

$15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid parental leave Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person