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VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Assistant

Herndon, VA · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Join the VCA Herndon Reston Animal Hospital Team! Location: 500 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170 VCA Herndon-Reston Animal Hospital has been serving the community with compassionate veterinary care for ...

VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Assistant

Herndon, VA

$18 - $19/hr

Join the VCA Herndon Reston Animal Hospital Team! Location:500 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170 VCA Herndon-Reston Animal Hospital has been serving the community with compassionate veterinary care for ...

VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Assistant

Abingdon, VA · On-site

$15/hr

VCA Highlands Animal Hospital is seeking a part time Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA accredited, full service, 9-doctor, GP hospital in Abingdon, VA! We work hard to deliver the best medical ...

VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Location: 2660 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314 Compensation: The pay range for this position is $19-$20/hr ...

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How much do vca jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for vca in Virginia is $69,824.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,351.00 and $74,884.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a VCA?

A VCA (Veterinary Care Assistant) supports veterinarians and veterinary nurses in animal care facilities. Their duties include feeding animals, cleaning kennels, assisting with procedures, and providing general care. They also help with administrative tasks like scheduling appointments and maintaining records. This role is ideal for those passionate about animal welfare and looking to gain experience in veterinary settings.

What are the common daily responsibilities for a Veterinary Client Advocate?

As a Veterinary Client Advocate, your day typically involves greeting clients and their pets, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing client records. You serve as a key liaison between pet owners and veterinary staff, helping explain procedures, billing, and care recommendations. Additionally, you may assist with handling animals, preparing exam rooms, and resolving client concerns. This role is highly interactive and requires balancing administrative tasks with compassionate client communication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the VCA position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Veterinary Client Advocate (VCA), you need strong customer service skills, knowledge of veterinary terminology, and experience working in a veterinary or animal care setting. Familiarity with veterinary practice management software, scheduling systems, and basic office equipment is typically required. Outstanding communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills help VCAs build trust with clients and support the veterinary team. These competencies ensure smooth clinic operations and a positive experience for both pet owners and their animals.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Vca jobs?

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Infographic showing various Vca job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,824 per year, or $33.6 per hour.

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

VCA Animal Hospitals rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 660 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 53 rated veterinary

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Pets First Animal Hospital, and you'll quickly discover that you're well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You'll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why join the team

  • AAHA-accredited
  • a culture of providing top-of-the-line service and exceptional care to our patients
  • full-service practice equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, and laser surgery instruments
  • We treat various animals, including dogs, cats, pocket pets, exotics, and the occasional avian
  • We strive to offer a supportive and enjoyable workplace- with a collaborative approach
  • Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

  • Full-time position

Community

  • Richmond, the capital of Virginia, is among America's oldest major cities.
  • It has an eclectic culture with charming neighborhoods, restaurants, and shops.
  • You can whitewater raft, bike the Virginia Capital Trail, or hang out on the river rocks with your dog.
  • Richmond is a place of architectural eye candy with historical markers to prove it.
  • Food-focused getaways, shopping trips, history and art immersions, family time, and outdoor excursions - whatever you're up for, you can do it in Richmond.

Who we look for

  • People obsessed with pets and their care
  • Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
  • Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
  • Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
  • Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being

  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
  • 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave

Professional Development

  • Continuing Education Allowance and Paid Continuing Education Days
  • WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
  • Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

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Qualifications

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in Virginia or the ability to obtain
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people, and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Hospital Website: VCA Pets First Animal Hospital

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

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