Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchville Veterinary Clinic in Maryland is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering quality patient care and ensuring the clinic operates efficiently.

The role focuses on animal handling, basic care, and assisting with daily clinical tasks, with responsibilities including patient restraint, room preparation, record-keeping, and client education.

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.

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

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hospital Name: Churchville Veterinary Clinic

Job Type: Support Staff

Description & Requirements

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)