Our full-service, small animal clinic, located in the beautiful Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC is looking for full-time veterinary assistants.
You would join a team of 25 full-time employees, several of whom have been with our company for over 10 years. Our staff work closely together and enjoy a fun, respectful working environment where every voice is valued.
This is a great position for anyone interested in starting a career in veterinary medicine. You will have the opportunity to be hands-on with our patients while learning the basics of veterinary medicine, terminology, and customer service. We look for applicants who reliable, show initiative, and work well with others. This is a fast-paced environment where you will be on your feet most of the day.
Basic responsibilities include assisting/supporting our veterinarians and veterinary technicians by completing the following:
Restraint for examinations, procedures and to obtain lab samples.
Checking in patients for examinations - obtaining weight, pulse, and respiratory rate.
Cleaning & stocking exam rooms before opening and in between appointments.
-Walking dogs to relieve while housed, or obtain lab samples.
-Feed and clean the cages of all cats in boarding.
-Retrieving patients for admittance for all procedures and services.
-Return patients to clients when services are completed.
-Unpack inventory orders.
-General Cleaning and stocking.
-Laundry
Experienced veterinary assistants are able to perform more technical tasks in our treatment, laboratory, and pharmacy.
Morning and afternoon/evening shifts are available. Our clinic is open from 7:30 am-7 pm on weekdays, 9 am-4 pm on Saturdays, and CLOSED on Sundays. You would receive one day off a week when you are scheduled to work on Saturday. Some flexibility is required.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, monthly metro benefits, and discounts on veterinary services and pet products. The Palisades is a rare DC neighborhood that provides ample parking on both side streets and main roads.
Please reply to this listing with your resume and cover letter. No phone calls.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person