Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Fallston 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 :

About Fallston Veterinary Clinic

Located in Harford County, Maryland, Fallston Veterinary Clinic is the premier animal clinic offering first rate care to all our amazing clients. Our mission is to greet you with a friendly face, welcome you into our family, and treat our clients' pets like our own. We offer state of the art technology, featuring an in-house laboratory, laser therapy, surgery services, and much more. Our veterinarians have a combined over 60 years of experience and practice continuing education to stay up to date on the most current medicine.