Pet Care Specialist — Vet Clinic Support

NVA General Practice; Maryland; On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Maryland is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality patient care. The role involves assisting with exams, animal handling, and maintaining clinic cleanliness. Ideal candidates are compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a high school diploma and some animal care experience. Competitive compensation starts at $18.00-$22.00 per hour, along with benefits like medical insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working around animals, including stressed or fractious ones.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and treatments.
• Safely restrain animals for procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain clinic cleanliness.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Compassionate

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A veterinary clinic in Maryland is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality patient care. The role involves assisting with exams, animal handling, and maintaining clinic cleanliness. Ideal candidates are compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a high school diploma and some animal care experience. Competitive compensation starts at $18.00-$22.00 per hour, along with benefits like medical insurance and PTO.