Veterinary Assistant at Festival Veterinary Clinic

Bel Air, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

18.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal Handling, Veterinary Assistance, Laboratory Testing, Medication Administration, Client Communication, Record Keeping, Sanitation, Customer Service

Industry

Description

Veterinary Assistant Festival Vet Clinic is hiring a part-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! What to Expect As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: . Salary: $16-$18/hr based on experience and skillset. Schedule: Will work full-time hours Monday-Saturday. Key Responsibilities: Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed Maintain accurate medical records Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms. Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments. Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups. Qualifications: Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting. Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment. Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Why Festival Veterinary Clinic in Bel Air, MD? Our vets regularly participate in continuing education so as to provide your pet or pets with the most compassionate, state of the art veterinary care. The caring vet assistants and reception staff at Festival Veterinary Clinic receive ongoing continuing education as well. This enables our vet clinic to acquire the most knowledge and experience so that we may offer the best in preventative pet health care.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries while ensuring the safety and compassion in handling animals. Maintain clinic cleanliness and communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their pets’ care and treatment plans.