Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Career Growth

District Veterinary Hospital (Brookland); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted pet care

Job summary

District Veterinary Hospital (Brookland) in Washington, DC (Brookland) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and the medical team. The role emphasizes handling pets of all sizes with compassion, while aiding with clinic workflow, client interactions, and basic veterinary tasks.

The position is full-time and on-site, offering a competitive hourly rate with benefits. The team focuses on high-quality small animal medicine in a supportive environment, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to handle pets of various sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic veterinary tasks across labs, pharmacy, nursing, and radiology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care as part of the medical team.
• Support the veterinary team to ensure smooth, efficient workflows.
• Assist with scheduling, payments, and client communications to create a positive experience.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment and assist with equipment upkeep.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Pet handling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Fundamental veterinary skills (lab, Rx

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

District Veterinary Hospital (Brookland) in Washington, DC (Brookland) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and the medical team. The role emphasizes handling pets of all sizes with compassion, while aiding with clinic workflow, client interactions, and basic veterinary tasks.

The position is full-time and on-site, offering a competitive hourly rate with benefits. The team focuses on high-quality small animal medicine in a supportive environment, with opportunities for