Pet Care Technician - Vet Team Support

Banfield Pet Hospital; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Laurel, MD is seeking a Pet Care Assistant to join the veterinary team. You will help provide and prepare for the best medical care of pets in a happy, welcoming, and efficient environment, supporting clinicians and client services staff.

The role involves handling exam room setup, patient restraint, basic in-house lab prep, and routine cleanliness to ensure smooth daily operations. Weekend and evening shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes and speaks fluent English.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized while handling multiple duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room and supplies for examinations.
• Maintain the Cycle of Service and educate clients on preventive care.
• Restrain pets during examinations, treatment, or inoculations.
• Prepare in-house laboratory tests as allowed by state rules.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and ensure their comfort.
• Bathed and dipped pets as needed for dermatological conditions.
• Clean the surgical suite and instruments.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness including laundry, dishes, mopping, and waste removal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Client service

Numerical ability

Computer skills

Initiative

Integrity

Cooperation

Flexibility

Independence

Stress tolerance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Laurel, MD is seeking a Pet Care Assistant to join the veterinary team. You will help provide and prepare for the best medical care of pets in a happy, welcoming, and efficient environment, supporting clinicians and client services staff.

The role involves handling exam room setup, patient restraint, basic in-house lab prep, and routine cleanliness to ensure smooth daily operations. Weekend and evening shifts may be required.