Overview
Veterinary Assistant/Technician Jobs in Perry Hall, MD at Perry Hall Family Pet Hospital
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for animal care and a desire to support veterinarians in providing high-quality medical care to pets. As a Veterinary Assistant or Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of animals while assisting with various veterinary procedures and client interactions.
General Working Conditions
Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
Ability to be confident around pets (dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, etc.)
This position demands special hours including Saturdays, evenings, and some holidays.
Needs sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at work.
Ability to walk, stand, crouch, stoop, climb and kneel, also manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 lbs.
Staff are routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, is exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving x‐ray and exposure to radioactive substances.
Experience, Education, Training
Applicant’s skill in following areas would be a plus: blood drawing, catheter placement, radiology, pharmacy and nursing care, skills in anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry.
High School Diploma required; associate/college diplomas would be a plus.
For CVT, LVT, NAVTA or equivalent with or without would be an added advantage.
Skills and Qualifications
In this position, you will utilize your superior technician and client service skills to their fullest—delivering the highest quality preventative and medical pet care. Helping veterinarians to perform following chores but not limited to:
Prepare the exam rooms/treatment area with necessary medical items and supplies.
Providing client education regarding preventive care, and helping veterinarian in treatment and surgeries.
Holding or restraining pets during physical exam, treatment, or vaccination.
Bathing and dipping pets, when necessary, to treat pets with skin diseases.
Running in‐house laboratory tests (Idexx), help taking digital body and dental x-ray and dental prophys.
Monitoring hospitalized pets, ensuring the comfort of hospitalized patients by walking, feeding, and cleaning cages and pet.
Cleaning the surgical suite and instruments and sterilizing/autoclaving surgical equipment.
Ensuring cleanliness of the hospital including but not limited to housekeeping such as laundry, mopping, cage cleaning, trash collection and removal according to the hospital policies.
Other job duties as assigned.
Join our team today and contribute to the well-being of pets while advancing your career in veterinary medicine!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 – $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Morning shift
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Veterinary clinic: 2 years (Preferred)
Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Perry Hall, MD 21128 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Company: Perry Hall Family Pet Hospital
Location: Perry Hall, MD
