Vet Assistant - Laytonsville Veterinary Practice

About the role

Laytonsville Veterinary Practice is a 30-year-old practice dedicated to providing thorough and compassionate care. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Laytonsville, MD.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a positive client experience by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by taking pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Skills

• Comfortable with venipuncture.
• Animal restraint.
• Vaccine protocols/preventives.
• Client communication and patient care.

Benefits

• Time-and-a-half holiday pay.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k retirement options, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets.
• Free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

Pay

Competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Schedule

• 3x12s
• 4x10s
• 5x8s