Veterinary Assistant

Churchville Veterinary Clinic; Maryland; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians at Churchville Veterinary Clinic in Maryland. The role focuses on animal handling, basic care, and assisting with daily clinical tasks.

You will assist with exams, restrain animals, prepare rooms, maintain cleanliness, handle sample collection, prescriptions under supervision, and communicate with clients. Strong teamwork and compassion are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior veterinary/animal care experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, reliable, and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and treatments.
• Safely restrain animals for procedures and handling.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and maintain clinic cleanliness.
• Feed, walk, and provide basic care for hospitalized patients.
• Assist with sample collection (as directed).
• Fill prescriptions and prepare medications under supervision.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate updates to the team.
• Support client interactions, including basic education and discharge instructions.
• Stock supplies and ensure rooms are properly equipped.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Reliability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary:

The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians in delivering quality patient care and ensures the clinic operates efficiently. This role focuses on animal handling, basic care, and assisting with daily clinical tasks.

Essential Job Functions:

Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and treatments

Safely restrain animals for procedures and handling

Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites

Clean and sterilize instruments and maintain clinic cleanliness

Feed, walk, and provide basic care for hospitalized patients

Assist with sample collection (as directed)

Fill prescriptions and prepare medications under supervision

Maintain accurate patient records and communicate updates to the team

Support client interactions, including basic education and discharge instructions

Stock supplies and ensure rooms are properly equipped

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and restrain animals of various sizes

Stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended period

• Comfortable working around animals, including those that may be stressed or fractious

Compensation:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour
(Equivalent to approximately $37,000 - $46,000 annually for full-time employment)

• Eligible for periodic bonus (where applicable)
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We'll also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.