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Veterinary AssistantSouthern Veterinary Partners • Chevy Chase, MD, US
Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners • Chevy Chase, MD, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Veterinary Assistant Livewell Animal Hospital (Chevy Chase, MD)

Location : 7000 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 101 Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Compensation : $20$25 / hour (based on experience)

Schedule : 4-day work week, rotating Saturdays (8am12pm)

Hours : Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8am6pm Sat (every other) 8am12pm Closed Wednesday & Sunday

About Us

Livewell Animal Hospital Chevy Chase is a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to compassionate, low-stress veterinary care. Opened in December 2024, weve quickly built a reputation for our small but mighty team culture, open communication, and genuine love for animals (and each other!).

We provide comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotics from general wellness and urgent care to soft tissue surgery, radiology, dentistry, and ultrasound.

Our clinic is thoughtfully designed with separate dog and cat areas, a dedicated exotic exam room, and Fear Freecertified staff (well cover your certification too!).

Our Culture

We believe that a happy team makes for happy patients. Youll be joining a group that values :

  • Open-door communication and quick resolution of issues (no snowball problems here!)
  • Monthly team meetings and individual goal-setting check-ins
  • A calm, collective clinic vibe focused on teamwork and growth
  • Fun bonding events Yappy Hours, community sponsorships, Pup Cups, and more!

Were proud to say our staff is genuinely happy to come to work and it shows in our patient care.

The Role : Veterinary Assistant

Were looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a collaborative, positive environment and wants to grow with a hospital that invests in its people.

Your responsibilities will include :

  • Assisting in surgery (intubation, monitoring anesthesia, IV catheter placement)
  • Performing dental charting, scaling, polishing, and digital dental radiography
  • Conducting lab work (including ear cytology and sample prep / reading)
  • Supporting veterinarians in exams and client communication
  • Using low-stress and Fear Free handling techniques

    • Preferred Experience :

  • Dental and anesthesia experience
  • Comfort with dogs, cats, and exotics
  • Familiarity with EZYvet and IDEXX in-house lab equipment

    • Why Youll Love Working Here

  • A truly supportive, communicative team
  • Opportunities for continuing education and Fear Free certification
  • Modern equipment and workflow in a bright, new facility
  • Paid team-building events and community involvement
  • Growth-focused mentorship and leadership support

    • Ready to join a team thats redefining what a great clinic culture feels like? Apply today and help us make every day at Livewell Animal Hospital a great one for pets, clients, and our team alike.

    Role Responsibilities / Qualifications

    Responsibilities

  • Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
  • Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
  • Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and / or note any changes of patients condition to DVM
  • Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
  • Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
  • High quality client communication on patient updates and questions

    • Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED certificate
  • Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
  • Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
  • Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

    • Your Benefits

  • Pay range of $ / hour, based on experience
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
  • Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24 / 7
  • Discounted Veterinary Care
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • A large network of over 10,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
  • Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

    • Vet Tech Pathways We believe in supporting your journey to becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. For eligible teammates, we cover the costs for you to earn your credentials, opening up numerous career opportunities. Whether youre interested in deepening your clinical skills, exploring a specialty, or advancing into leadership, our program empowers you to shape your path. With a range of learning and development resources, you can focus on what excites you most, knowing that weve got your back every step of the way. Your future is in your hands, and were here to help you achieve it.

    We believe in supporting your journey to becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. For eligible teammates, we cover the costs for you to earn your credentials, opening up numerous career opportunities. Whether youre interested in deepening your clinical skills, exploring a specialty, or advancing into leadership, our program empowers you to shape your path. With a range of learning and development resources, you can focus on what excites you most, knowing that weve got your back every step of the way. Your future is in your hands, and were here to help you achieve it.

    Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. Thats Mission Pet Health in a nutshell!

    We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. That belief still guides everything we dofrom mentorship to medicine to how we support our teammates.

    Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow which fuel us to drive a tangible, lasting impact for our teams, the communities we serve, and the pets we care for.

    So, whats in it for you at Mission?

  • Unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Benefits that buck the norm of the vet med industry
  • A culture where YOUR well-being comes first

    • Were on a mission to be the greatest veterinary company in the worldand wed love for YOU to be a part of it!

    Mission is one of the leading veterinary care organizations in the U.S., formed by the joining together of Southern Veterinary Partners and Mission Veterinary Partners. Our mission is to provide world-class support to hospital teams on a hyper-local basis.

    Our Home Office teams manage the back-end side of the business so our hospital teams can focus on what matters most the medicine and caring for their patients. Were based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of Mission is in our 850+ animal hospitals and 20,000+ teammates across

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