Description

Overview

We're Hiring! Experienced Veterinary Assistant - District Vet Navy Yard

Washington, DC | 801 2nd St SE (2 blocks from the Metro!)

Check us out: districtvet.com

3.5-day work week - yes, you read that right!

Looking to work somewhere with great people, awesome pets, and a strong sense of community? District Veterinary Hospital Navy Yard is on the lookout for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our fun, supportive, and skilled team!

✨ What We're All About
We're a brand-new, modern, AAHA accredited hospital in the heart of DC's up-and-coming Navy Yard neighborhood, with two amazing sister hospitals in the area. Our team isn't just coworkers - we're a tight-knit work family. We believe in collaboration, kindness, and creating an environment where everyone grows and thrives.

What You'll Be Doing
We're looking for someone who's comfortable with:

• Venipuncture & IV catheter placement
• Anesthetic monitoring
• Medical terminology & vaccine protocols
• (Bonus points for dental x-ray experience!)

You'll be helping with everything from routine wellness visits and soft tissue surgeries to client education and laser therapy. We're even expanding into acupuncture soon!

Pay & Perks

• $20-$24/hr, depending on experience and licensure
• Metro benefits - we're just two blocks from the Navy Yard stop
• Work-life balance is real here: 3.5-day work week
• A team that supports your growth and values your voice
• Beautiful hospital, great clients, and an awesome vibe

Who We're Looking For
You've got a growth mindset, love working with a team, and enjoy sharing what you know. You want to make a difference - not just for pets, but for your coworkers too.

Ready to Apply?

Send your resume our way - we can't wait to meet you!

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced
  environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties
  proficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
  The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with
Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.