Veterinary Assistant

New River Animal Hospital | Nimitz, WV

Monday–Friday Schedule | No Weekends | Hands-On Patient Care

Do you love animals and want a role where you can make a real difference in their care every day?

New River Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Nimitz, West Virginia.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys staying active, working closely with both pets and people, and being part of a team that works together to provide excellent veterinary care. Whether you already have veterinary experience or are looking to continue building your skills in animal healthcare, this could be a great opportunity to grow with an established practice.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• No weekends – Our hospital is open Monday through Friday.

• Hands-on patient care – Be directly involved in supporting pets throughout their visits.
• Learn and grow – Build your veterinary knowledge and expand your clinical skills.
• Established practice – Join a veterinary hospital that has been caring for local pets and families since 1988.
• Supportive team environment – Work alongside veterinarians and veterinary professionals who value teamwork.
• Variety every day – Assist with appointments, treatments, procedures, patient care, and hospital operations.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll help our medical team keep each day running smoothly while providing compassionate care to our patients.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary team members during appointments and procedures.
• Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats for examinations and treatments.

• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patients.

• Assist with routine patient care and monitoring.

• Help collect and prepare laboratory samples as directed.

• Assist with diagnostic procedures and treatments.

• Prepare patients and supplies for surgical and dental procedures.

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms, kennels, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Feed, walk, monitor, and provide comfort to hospitalized or recovering patients.

• Stock medical and hospital supplies.

• Maintain accurate patient information and communicate important observations to the veterinary team.

• Help clients feel welcomed and supported throughout their pet's visit.

• Jump in where needed to support the team and keep the hospital running efficiently.

What We're Looking For

• Previous veterinary, kennel, animal care, or healthcare experience is required.

• Comfortable working with both dogs and cats.

• Confident handling animals or willing to learn proper restraint and handling techniques.

• Compassionate and patient with pets.

• Dependable and able to work well as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Good communication and customer-service skills.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced veterinary environment.

• Willingness to learn new skills and take direction.

• Able to stay organized while managing multiple responsibilities.

A Great Fit for Someone Who

• Wants to build a career in veterinary medicine.

• Enjoys hands-on work rather than sitting behind a desk all day.

• Loves animals but also understands that veterinary care requires teamwork, responsibility, and attention to detail.

• Takes initiative and is willing to help wherever needed.

• Wants to continue learning and developing their veterinary skills.

Schedule

Monday–Friday No Saturdays. No Sundays.

Full Time

Compensation

$14/hr - $18/hr

Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Join New River Animal Hospital

At New River Animal Hospital, Veterinary Assistants are an important part of the patient-care team. You'll work closely with our veterinarians and support staff while gaining hands-on experience and helping provide excellent care to pets throughout our community.

If you're dependable, compassionate, eager to learn, and ready to be part of a veterinary team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join New River Animal Hospital!

New River Animal Hospital
7295 Beech Run Road
Nimitz, WV 25978

https://nrahpets.com/