Full-Time Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Care & Growth

Penn Medicine; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources via Lyra

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Backup childcare & elder care

Free continuing education (CE) courses

Pet perks & discounts

Student loan support tools

Competitive pay

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant in Germantown, MD. You will support patient care with hands-on treatment, laboratory work, and essential hospital duties, including preparing surgical packs and stocking areas.

You will help ensure smooth appointment flow and high-quality care for our patients. With Thrive, you can grow through ongoing learning programs, CE courses, and leadership workshops, across a nationwide network of clinics committed to compassionate care

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical veterinary experience as a Veterinary Assistant (direct patient care).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Positive work attitude, self-motivation, and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with treatments and perform laboratory tests.
• Prepare surgical packs and stock treatment areas.
• Help ensure appointments run smoothly from start to finish.

Skills

Clinical veterinary experience

Communication skills

Organization skills

Self-motivated

Positive work attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant in Germantown, MD. You will support patient care with hands-on treatment, laboratory work, and essential hospital duties, including preparing surgical packs and stocking areas.

You will help ensure smooth appointment flow and high-quality care for our patients. With Thrive, you can grow through ongoing learning programs, CE courses, and leadership workshops, across a nationwide network of clinics committed to compassionate care