Veterinary Assistant

Annapolis Cat Hospital & Bay Ridge Animal Hospital; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Continuing education for technicians

Job summary

Bay Ridge Animal Hospital/Annapolis Cat Practice in Annapolis, MD is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our experienced team and help provide excellent care for dogs and cats.

You will assist veterinarians during exams and surgeries, handle animals safely, prepare rooms, perform basic lab tests, administer meds under supervision, and help with client communication. This position offers benefits, paid time off, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medications, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Clinical assistance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Bay Ridge Animal Hospital/Annapolis Cat Practice is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
• Continuing education opportunities for our licensed technicians to grow and thrive in their careers

Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position with four 10-hour shifts per week. Two early shifts (8:00 AM–6:00 PM) and two late shifts (10:00 AM–8:00 PM) and rotating Saturday mornings. Occasional shifts from 8 am to 8 pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Annapolis Cat Practice/ Bay Ridge Animal Hospital

At Bay Ridge Animal Hospital, we hold ourselves to a higher standard of veterinary care. We strive to deliver excellent medicine with loving care, because your pet’s health is our #1 priority. With support from our sister facility, Annapolis Cat Hospital, we provide high-quality veterinary care for the area’s dogs and cats. Located right next door, Annapolis Cat Hospital caters to our feline patients, while Bay Ridge Animal Hospital focuses on dogs.