Veterinary Assistant - Diverse Species Care & Growth

Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital, PA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

PTO and holidays

401(k) with match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CityPaws Animal Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support exams, lab work, and daily patient care. You’ll help create a calm environment for nervous patients and collaborate with a close-knit team in a busy, multi-species practice.

Full-time day shifts, rotating weekends, with a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, CE allowance, and 401(k) match. Salary ranges from $20 to $26 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting.
• Comfortable assisting with exams, procedures, and daily patient care.
• Strong communication skills with clients and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Calm, confident handling that keeps nervous patients and their people at ease.
• Accurate diagnostics and lab work to support veterinary decisions.
• Ensure a smooth flow of appointments to keep the hospital running efficiently.

Skills

Exams & procedures

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

CityPaws Animal Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support exams, lab work, and daily patient care. You’ll help create a calm environment for nervous patients and collaborate with a close-knit team in a busy, multi-species practice.

Full-time day shifts, rotating weekends, with a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, CE allowance, and 401(k) match. Salary ranges from $20 to $26 per hour depending on experience.