Veterinary Assistant
🔍 Job Summary
- Position: Veterinary Assistant
- Location: Glade Valley Animal Hospital – 2420 Monocacy Blvd, Frederick, MD 21701
- Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Compensation: $17 – $23/hour (commensurate with experience)
- Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in an animal hospital setting
- Tools/Software: Ezvet, Idexx lab equipment
- Focus: Appointment support, client communication, venipuncture, vaccines, education
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🐾 Job Description: Veterinary Assistant
📍 Location: Glade Valley Animal Hospital | Frederick, MD
🕒 Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (7:30 AM – 5:30 PM)
💲 Pay: $17 – $23/hour | ~30 hours/week
Are you a Veterinary Assistant looking to join a fun, experienced, and compassionate team? Join Glade Valley Animal Hospital, a multi-doctor AAHA-accredited practice in Frederick, MD — and a Best of Frederick winner for 2023, 2024, and 2025!
We provide top-quality care, strong client relationships, and a supportive team culture — all without advertising. Our clients speak for us.
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✨ About the Role
You’ll primarily work in appointments and client care, helping us deliver efficient, educational, and compassionate service. You’ll play a key role in:
- Educating clients on preventive care and treatment plans
- Collecting samples and preparing vaccinations
- Performing venipuncture (a must)
- Supporting sick visits and triaging cases
- Contributing to our warm, positive, and client-focused culture
💼 What You’ll Bring
- 1+ year of experience in an animal hospital
- Familiarity with vaccine protocols, medical terminology, and preventive care
- Proficiency in venipuncture and patient handling
- Curiosity and a willingness to learn
- Strong communication skills and a desire to bond with clients
🛠 Tools & Tech
- Software: Ezvet
- Lab Equipment: Idexx
- Surgical capabilities include soft tissue procedures, a traveling orthopedic surgeon, and routine dentistry (2 dentals/day)
🌟 Why You'll Love Working at Glade
- Supportive, experienced team — 170+ years of combined technician experience
- A culture built on trust, respect, laughter, and teamwork
- Low turnover — people stay because they’re valued
- A place where you're heard, appreciated, and part of something meaningful
📨 Interested? Apply now with your resume and a short note about why you’re a great fit. We can’t wait to meet you!
Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant
- Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, 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: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
- Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
- Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- 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.