WORK WITH US

Join our team! Angels of Assisi has a rich history as leaders in the Access to Veterinary Care mission. We provide medical and surgical care to pets in need, with a goal of working with owners to keep pets in their homes. Our medical team has an amazing combination of compassion and skill that is imperative to our shared vision. Along with medical services, we offer programs including mobile clinics, a safety net program for victims of domestic violence, cruelty investigations, an adoption center for homeless pets and a farm animal sanctuary.

Take a peek into A Day in the Life here at AoA!

Established in 2001, Angels of Assisi is private, independent, nonprofit organization that is not affiliated with any corporation. Our staff are valuable team members, and we understand the importance of work-life balance. 

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision,

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid Time Off 

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)

  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster

  • Deep discounts for personal pets

  • Uniform assistance

Photo by Dan Mirolli

Current Job Opportunities

Veterinarian

Angels of Assisi is seeking a caring veterinarian with a shared mission of keeping pets happy and healthy in their homes. A day in the life of our valued veterinarians include alternating between surgery and wellness clinics (or exclusively one or the other if desired), and care which includes routine wellness visits, sick animal exams, work-ins as time allows, spay/neuter, and soft tissue surgery. Our clinic and staff are open to new programs to develop your interests— acupuncture, physical therapy, skin care, exotics, or further training in diagnostics. 


Our current staff includes 4 veterinarians, 12 amazing veterinary assistants, and 3 knowledgeable LVT’s, along with experienced CSRs, additional dedicated phone staff, practice manager, client liaison, and cleaning staff. Full time hours include 4, ten hour shifts (no Sundays) and part time can be flexible. 


For the past 22 years, Angels of Assisi has worked out of an old building in downtown Roanoke, which helped us build a lot of character, and we are currently moving into a large, brand new facility a few blocks away. Amenities include ezyVet software, IDEXX lab station, digital radiographs, ultrasound, c-arm, dental station with x-ray, and a brand new CT machine. A doctor lounge and free cafeteria is also included. 


Roanoke, Virginia is a beautiful city in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia. It's located in the middle of the Roanoke Valley, between the Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains, and at the southern end of the Shenandoah Valley. Roanoke is 148 miles southwest of Richmond and 234 miles south of Washington, DC. Relocation allowance included.  


Full time salary will be dependent on experience but no less than $125,000 per year, with a review in 3 months. Additional starting benefits include 2 weeks PTO, paid holidays, health insurance, paid DEA and state license, deep discounts on pet goods and services. Additional information can be found on our social media pages. Please reach out to Lisa O’Neill at loneill@angelsofassisi.org or 540-400-2233 with your resume or for additional information. 

Requirements

  • Experience in general veterinary medicine and surgery

  • Ability to perform soft tissue and spay/neuter surgeries

  • Experience in community outreach is a plus

  • Ability to maintain medical records

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and licensure in Virginia

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts LVT positions available- competitive salary! Angels of Assisi in Roanoke, VA is seeking a full time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our surgical team. This position focuses on patient care and assistance during surgeries and providing exceptional medical care and communication with our clients.

Responsibilities and Duties

Join our growing team! Angels of Assisi is seeking a motivated Licensed Veterinary Technician to help maintain the daily flow of our surgical area from check-in to patient discharge. The LVT is responsible for assisting the veterinarian with surgeries, pre-op meds, monitoring anesthesia, prepping animals for surgery, and post-surgical monitoring. Under the direction of the Veterinarian, administers medical treatment and runs diagnostic tests including digital x-ray. Candidates should have the ability to perform dental cleanings and extractions under the direction of the Veterinarian.

Job Type: Full-time

Please email resume to loneill@angelsofassisi.org.

Veterinary Assistant

10-hour shifts, 4 work days per week. Health insurance, paid holidays, vacation time offered. Our growing Community Pet Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our animal-loving staff. Our ideal candidate will be experienced and comfortable working with all animals and with communicating with owners.

Responsibilities and Duties

Responsibilities include collecting patient information, communicating with the owner and relaying information to the veterinarian. The assistant is expected to give license appropriate vaccines, collect blood and urine samples, and provide the veterinarian with the supplies needed for each appointment. Veterinary assistants rotate in each position- clinic, surgery, and mobile clinics.

Job Type: Full-time

Please email resume to loneill@angelsofassisi.org.