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# Animal Medical Centers - Veterinary Assistant at VetEvolve

- **Company:** VetEvolve
- **Location:** Ashburn, VA
- **Posted:** 2026-04-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-28
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/vetevolve/jobs/5179671008

## Job description

Who is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Veterinary Assistant – Position Summary

The Veterinary Assistant plays a key role in supporting our veterinarians and medical team during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. This position focuses on delivering compassionate patient care while creating a positive, trusting experience for clients.

Veterinary Assistants are essential to maintaining efficient workflow and high-quality medicine across both of our hospital locations. In this role, you’ll work closely with doctors, technicians, and client service representatives to ensure every patient receives individualized, gold-standard care.

Primary Responsibilities

- Provide compassionate, attentive care to patients and excellent service to clients
- Support veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures (as trained)
- Safely handle and restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments
- Prepare and administer medications and vaccines as directed
- Collect laboratory samples and perform basic in-house diagnostics, including:
- Cytology (ears, skin, urine)
- In-house lab equipment (IDEXX ProCyte and Catalyst)
- Accurately enter medical records, treatment plans, and charges using Avimark
- Educate clients on routine care, medications, and follow-up instructions
- Assist with client communication, including answering phones, routing questions, and completing follow-up calls
- Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and treatment areas
- Collaborate with team members across both hospital locations to support daily operations
- Handle sensitive or emotional situations with professionalism and empathy

## Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous Veterinary experience >1 year
- Comfortable learning and using veterinary software and basic computer programs
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Ability to stay organized and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on medical setting

Physical & Work Requirements

- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and assist with handling larger animals
- Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and kneeling throughout the day
- Ability to work safely around cleaning agents, medical equipment, and animal-related risks
- Maintain a professional appearance consistent with hospital standards

Schedule & Location

This position requires flexibility to support both of our hospital locations in Ashburn and Brambleton, located approximately 10–15 minutes apart. Team members are scheduled across both locations as part of a collaborative, shared staffing model.

Hospital Hours:

- Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday (Ashburn location only): 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Schedules may vary within these hours based on hospital needs.

Ready to Learn More?

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.

## About VetEvolve

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: VetEvolve is a veterinary practice acquisition and support platform that partners with independent veterinary practices across the eastern United States to provide operational, clinical, and career growth support.
- **Entity Type**: Private (funded through acquisitions; ownership structure not fully disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Not publicly listed on website, but senior leadership roles suggest a presence in the eastern U.S. (e.g., San Antonio, TX for CDO; likely other locations)
- **Founded**: 2014 (roots trace back to 2006 with founders' military service)
- **Founders**: Paul Habenicht and Nick Lodestro

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Veterinary Services / Healthcare (Animal Health)
- **Target customers**: B2B (independent veterinary practice owners seeking partnership) and B2C (veterinary professionals seeking employment)
- **Mission/Purpose**: "We believe strong practices make for stronger care." They aim to strengthen the foundations of care and foster environments where people and practices can thrive.

## Products & Services
- **Practice Acquisition & Partnership**: VetEvolve acquires or partners with independent veterinary practices, offering operational support, infrastructure, and clinical resources while maintaining the practice's local identity and clinical autonomy.
- **Career Platform**: A structured ecosystem for veterinary professionals (vets, vet students, support staff, and leadership) with clear career pathways, mentorship, and operational support.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Network of 53 veterinary practices across 8 eastern states, recognized for sustained growth three years in a row.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Leadership team includes Catherine Howell (CEO), Clayton Stanley (CDO, previously led acquisition of 180+ clinics at AmeriVet), Mike Polgardy (CFO), and Mayange Kane (COO). Founder roots in military service (Marine Reconnaissance).
- **Growth Signals**: 117 open job postings on Greenhouse; expanding across multiple states (VA, WV, TN, NC, FL, KY, MD, PA); sustained growth recognition.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Clinically Led Model**: Operations are designed to support clinical judgment, not control it—a key differentiator from some consolidators.
- **Military-Inspired Culture**: Founding story rooted in Marine Reconnaissance values (core values, mission focus, team-based culture) creates a strong, purpose-driven organizational identity.
- **Scaled Expertise**: Leadership has deep M&A experience (CDO Clayton Stanley scaled 180+ clinics at AmeriVet) and healthcare operations expertise (CEO Catherine Howell, former COO at Mass Advantage and Cancer Treatment Centers of America).
- **Intentionally Moderate Growth**: "Grow with intention" philosophy avoids the burnout culture often associated with rapid roll-ups.

## Strategic Focus
- **Geographic Expansion**: Currently operating in 8 eastern states (VA, WV, TN, NC, FL, KY, MD, PA) with active recruitment signals.
- **Talent Pipeline Development**: Heavy investment in externships, new graduate pathways, and leadership development programs.
- **Operational Scale**: Building infrastructure and analytics to support a growing network of practices.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Care first" values with emphasis on clinical autonomy, collaboration, and sustainable growth. The company explicitly positions itself against burnout culture.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Clinical roles are in-person at partner practices. Corporate roles may offer flexibility, but this is not explicitly stated.
- **Career Development**: Structured pathways for all roles (licensed vets, new grads, support staff, leadership), including mentorship programs and externships.
- **Unique Differentiator**: For veterans or those who value mission-driven, team-first cultures, the Marine Reconnaissance founding story provides a unique organizational bond.
- **Growth Trajectory**: Recognized for sustained growth for three consecutive years, suggesting stability and expansion opportunity for employees.

## Sources
1. [VetEvolve Homepage](https://vetevolve.com/)
2. [VetEvolve Careers Page](https://vetevolve.com/careers/)
3. [VetEvolve About Page](https://vetevolve.com/about/)
4. [VetEvolve Practice List](https://vetevolve.com/about/practices/)
5. [VetEvolve Greenhouse Job Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/vetevolve)

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