Veterinary Assistant — Compassionate Care & 401(k) Pet Discount

Fallston Veterinary Clinic; Fallston (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Annual uniform allowance

Monthly team lunches

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Fallston Veterinary Clinic in Harford County, Maryland is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff, delivering compassionate care to every animal.

You will assist with examinations and surgeries, prepare rooms, restrain and handle animals safely, maintain medical records, and communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-ups. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, 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.
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Skills

Animal handling

Veterinary experience

Client communication

Job description

Fallston Veterinary Clinic in Harford County, Maryland is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff, delivering compassionate care to every animal.

You will assist with examinations and surgeries, prepare rooms, restrain and handle animals safely, maintain medical records, and communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-ups. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment and employee benefits.