Veterinary Assistant jobs in District of Columbia
Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Veterinary Assistant jobs
- Small Door Veterinary
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
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At Small Door, our nurses are part of a supportive and collaborative network invested in their growth. Our nurses have the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art facilities with strong doctor:nurse staffing ratios, and have the added support of a 24/7 telehealth team and dedicated call center that drastically reduces incoming calls to the practice - this means you can focus on the pets in front of you! We are committed to a healthy work/life balance, and are dedicated to creating and maintaining a positive work culture. In addition to practicing Fear Free and being AAHA accredited, we’re also the only Certified B-Corp General Practice Veterinary Company in the country, meaning we abide by incredibly high standards as an organization.
What you’ll do
- Knowledge and ability to recognize medical emergencies and illnesses
- Assessing patients
- Recording vitals and assisting doctors with diagnostics
- Completing treatments as instructed by the doctor
- Basic husbandry and nursing care
- Monitoring changes in patients and providing compassionate care
- Assisting in and facilitating radiography capture
- Preparing samples for outside reference labs
- Running in-house labs
- Preparing medications
- Administering medications
- Working tele-triage shifts (additional stipend)
- Additional responsibilities to maintain a hospitable environment
Who you are
- 3 years of experience as a veterinary assistant
- Availability to work weekends (Saturday or Sunday)
- Comfortable with computers and online tools
- Strong enough to lift 50 lbs
- A thoughtful and fearless team player
- A go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Skilled at communicating with clients
- Passionate about pets
What you'll get
- Competitive salary
- Equity ownership
- Health, dental vision insurance
- 401K (plus 4% company match)
- Upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Generous paid-time off, parental leave, and company wide holidays
- One Medical membership, Commuter benefits, Carrot Fertility benefits, subsidized Health & Wellness benefits
- Discounted veterinary care for your loved ones
- Growth opportunities
- An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you
- A collaborative group of people who live our core values and have your back
- 1 Month Ago
- PetMedic
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- Working in an urgent care environment is as exhilarating as running a million miles an hour with sand between your paws. PetMedic Urgent Care Vet Clinic is looking to add compassionate and skilled Vet...
- 3 Days Ago
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- We are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team.The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the experti...
- 21 Days Ago
- Encore Vet Group
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- Are you a Veterinary Assistant who is ready to elevate your skills and love where your work? Are you looking to be part of a fun-loving team that promotes a positive and collaborative culture? CityPaw...
- 1 Month Ago
- Encore Vet Group
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- Are you ready to embark on a new mission? Friendship Hospital For Animals is looking for a Veterinary Operating Room Assistant to join our team of Vet Tech Super-heroes saving lives and making a true ...
- 9 Days Ago
- Encore Vet Group
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant/Coordinator to join the Emergency Team!Excellent Benefits and Compensation! Flexible Scheduling! \nResponsibilities:Assists emergency veterinarians with physi...
- 12 Days Ago
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- Six Flags Great Adventure
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Jackson, NJ
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- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Tampa, FL
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- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Decatur, GA
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- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Latham, NY
- The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for a...
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