Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Team Support & Caring Care

Lynn Animal Hospital; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee discounts on care for pets

Teladoc access

Job summary

Lynn Animal Hospital in Riverdale, Maryland is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our community-focused practice. You will support the medical team with hands-on patient care, assist with routine diagnostics, and help manage client communications in a busy, friendly setting.

We value compassion, reliability, and teamwork, offering a supportive environment as you contribute to wellness, urgent care, and client services for a diverse pet population.

Qualifications

• Effective patient care and compassionate handling of animals.
• Strong teamwork with veterinarians and technicians.
• Excellent communication with clients and staff.
• Good organizational skills to manage schedules and records.
• Familiarity with basic veterinary procedures and labs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care: assist the medical team with hands-on care.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team to ensure a smooth, efficient workflow.
• Create a positive client experience by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications.
• Maintain a safe, clean hospital environment and oversee routine upkeep.

Skills

Pet handling

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Laboratory skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lynn Animal Hospital in Riverdale, Maryland is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our community-focused practice. You will support the medical team with hands-on patient care, assist with routine diagnostics, and help manage client communications in a busy, friendly setting.

We value compassion, reliability, and teamwork, offering a supportive environment as you contribute to wellness, urgent care, and client services for a diverse pet population.