Veterinary Assistant

Barmont; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Potomac is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide essential care for pets. This role involves direct patient interaction, assisting with veterinary procedures, and ensuring a high level of client communication. With a focus on professional growth and comprehensive benefits, you'll have the opportunity to thrive in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Paid time off including full-pay parental leave.

Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Free exams and discounts on pet products.

Generously subsidized backup care support.

Mental health benefits including therapy sessions.

401k with employer contribution.

Performance bonuses and tenure-based incentives.

Scholarship opportunities and student loan support.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical experience required.
• Preferred educational background includes an AVMA-accredited program.
• Knowledge of safe restraining techniques and maintaining medical records.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and educate clients on pet health concerns.
• Assist with surgeries and maintain patient flow in the clinic.
• Communicate individualized care options to clients.

Skills

Clinical experience

Client communication

Patient care

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Full Time - Potomac, Maryland

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you'll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, you'll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, we offer primary care, grooming, bathing, and daycare services for dogs and cats in Potomac, the DC-Metro area, and Montgomery County.

At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, we are dedicated to providing your pets with the best veterinary care possible. We offer a wide range of services, from routine physicals and vaccinations to diagnostic procedures and surgeries. Our talented, experienced staff can offer you and your pets the highest quality care close to home.

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• 1-2 years of clinical experience
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

You'll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Tenure-based incentive program and performance bonuses
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

and so much more!

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $20 - $30 / hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.