Veterinary Assistant/Technician

warmandfuzzyvet; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

warmandfuzzyvet in Baltimore-area is seeking a Veterinary Technician/Assistant with at least 2 years of experience. The practice emphasizes exceptional client service, a welcoming team environment, and work-life balance while caring for small animals and exotics.

The role includes anesthesia monitoring, radiography, dental cleanings, lab duties, client education, and routine patient care with some evenings and weekends required. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician/Assistant with 2 years of experience.
• Must be willing to learn about exotic animals.
• Comfort with evening and weekend scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals for procedures.
• Position for dental and standard X-rays.
• Monitor anesthesia during surgeries.
• Perform dental cleanings and patient care.
• Process laboratory samples and operate in-house equipment.
• Handle prescriptions and client education.
• Answer phones and field client questions.
• Maintain a clean, organized work space.
• Assist veterinarians and receptionists as needed.

Skills

Animal restraint

Anesthesia monitoring

X-ray positioning

Dental cleanings

Medicine administration

Multi-line phones

Computer skills

Clear communication

Task prioritization

Detail-oriented

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

We are a rapidly growing, privately owned, 4-doctor, small animal and exotic veterinary practice in the new Greenleigh development. We are seeking a highly skilled Veterinary Technician/Assistant with at least 2 years of experience. Our practice is growing, and we need another team member with good customer service skills to grow with us! We are offering above-average pay and benefits, as well as flexibility with the schedule to assist with work-life balance.

We are committed to providing the highest quality veterinary care, exceptional client service, and being an active part of the local community. We've combined the highest standards in veterinary care with a refined in-office environment to bring Baltimore-area pets and the humans who love them an unparalleled experience.

We strive for a welcoming, team-approached work environment, with a focus on work-life balance.

Experience with exotic animals is preferred. If no exotic experience, must be open to learning about and being in proximity to exotic animals such as birds, reptiles, and ferrets.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Animal restraint for procedures
• Position for xrays – dental and standard
• Surgical / anesthesia monitoring
• Dental cleanings
• Patient care for hospitalized pets
• Surgical discharge instructions
• Client education
• Set up for appointments
• Process laboratory samples
• Operate in-house laboratory equipment
• Prescription processing
• Answer phones
• Field client questions
• Answer emails/faxes, etc
• Process payment transactions
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the office space
• Knowledge of hospital policies and philosophies
• Assist veterinarians and receptionists as needed

Necessary Skills include:

• Animal restraint (able to lift to 50 lbs. unassisted)
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Proper X-ray positioning technique
• Dental cleanings
• Medicine administration
• Ability to handle multi-line phone systems.
• Computer skills are required, as we are a paperless business, along with a willingness to learn and adapt to technological advances.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and clients
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, self-motivated "YES" person
• Attention to detail and cleanliness
• Enthusiasm for working with both animals and their families
• Desire/willingness to participate in community activities with the team outside of work

Job Type: Full-time

This position requires some evening and weekend scheduling. We are closed on Sundays

Must be 18 years old

Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Benefits

Personalized benefits package; will be discussed at the interview.

Salary: Open to discussion based on experience

Experience:

• Veterinary Technician/Assistant: 2 years (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

United States (Required)

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 36 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift
• 8-hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person