Veterinary Assistant

Description

Are you passionate about animal care and skilled in veterinary anesthesia? Join the team at Walkersville Veterinary Hospital, a trusted practice with 55 years of legacy serving our community with compassion, teamwork, and trustworthiness.

About Walkersville Veterinary Hospital

For over five decades, we have been dedicated to providing Personalized Care to our clients and their beloved animals. Our core values—Teamwork, Trustworthiness, and Compassion—guide everything we do, both in our patient care and in how we support our employees. We believe in setting our team members up for long-term growth and career success in a supportive and collaborative environment. This is a full-time position. Compensation for this role is a $16-20/hour based on experience with opportunities for overtime. Generous benefits packages for full-time employees include health insurance (single and family), 401k, supplemental insurance, paid time off, scrub allowance, pet discount, and more (see below).

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians in appointments for sick and healthy patients, providing hands-on support during exams, treatments, and diagnostics.
• Educate clients on post-operative care and general wellness for their pets.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and fellow team members to deliver compassionate care.
• Other duties as assigned

What We are looking for:

• A strong understanding of routine and emergency veterinary care.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A team-oriented mindset with a passion for animal health and client education.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• A supportive, growth-focused team environment.
• Paid time Off
• Time health benefits and discounts on veterinary services.
• The chance to contribute to a legacy of excellence in veterinary care and community impact.

Generous Benefits Package for Full-Time Employees:

• Scrub Allowance: Eligible on 1st day
• Paid Holidays: 6 Paid Holidays (Eligible on 1st day)
• Paid Time Time 40 hours first year (accrued)
• Health Insurance: (medical, dental, vision): Single and Family, 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• Supplemental Insurance:(e.g. life insurance, critical illness, etc.) 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• 401k: 1st of the month following hire date (21 or older), match after 1 year if minimum hours worked are met/maintained

Other Benefits: Continuing Education, Training Opportunities, RVT/LVT Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Wellness Resources, Employee Pet Discount

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Veterinary experience required
• Ability to lift and or carry up to 50 lbs frequently
• Ability to walk, stand, and bend for sustained periods
• Ability to use hand and arms to handle and position animals, materials, equipment