Animal Health Assistant (Developmental) NF-02/03

U.S. Army Medical Command; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Medical Command is seeking a veterinary support professional at the Fort Meade Veterinary Treatment Facility.

This 20-hour-per-week position is part-time and located on site, with benefits typical of Army NAF employment, including health and life insurance options, a 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Responsibilities include assisting the veterinarian during surgical procedures, preparing packs and instruments, and monitoring patients under anesthesia, contributing to a safe,

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarian to prepare for and during surgical procedures, including preparing surgery packs, scalpel blades, and suture material, and monitor a patient using an anesthetic machine.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Medical Command

This position is located at the Fort Meade Veterinary Treatment Facility. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

Key Responsibilities

May assist veterinarian to prepare for and during surgical procedures, to include preparing surgery packs, scalpel blades, and suture material, monitoring a patient using an anesthetic machine.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more.

Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Army Medical Command, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $37566 – $42262/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

What is the work schedule?

This is a 20 Hours guaranteed per week position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government