Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards that is better for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians alike. This role will play an important part in shaping the next chapter of our combined organization and advancing our shared mission to transform veterinary care. At Small Door, our veterinary assistants are part of a supportive and collaborative network invested in their growth. Our veterinary assistants 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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

2+ 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

Benefits

Competitive compensation; A chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment; A team that lives by our core values and always has your back; Additional stipend for tele-triage shifts