Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Collaboration, 4‑Day Week

Livewell Animal Hospital of Chevy Chase; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted veterinary care for you and

Teladoc access

Job summary

Livewell Animal Hospital in Chevy Chase, MD, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our small but dedicated team in a collaborative, patient-centered practice.

This full-time or part-time role offers a competitive hourly rate of $22–$26 based on experience and a 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays or a part-time schedule until 2pm. You will assist with clinical tasks, client communication, and daily hospital operations to uphold our high standards of care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Calm and efficient approach in fast-paced environments.
• Confidence handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic veterinary skills in lab work, pharmacy, nursing and radiology are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care and frontline support for the medical team.
• Assist with surgical preparation, vaccines, and radiology as needed.
• Enhance client experiences through clear communication and scheduling assistance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized hospital environment.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Pet handling

Communication

Basic veterinary skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Livewell Animal Hospital in Chevy Chase, MD, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our small but dedicated team in a collaborative, patient-centered practice.

This full-time or part-time role offers a competitive hourly rate of $22–$26 based on experience and a 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays or a part-time schedule until 2pm. You will assist with clinical tasks, client communication, and daily hospital operations to uphold our high standards of care.