Job Description
Overview Veterinary Assistant - Full-Time Opportunity District Veterinary Hospital - Navy Yard | Washington, DC Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to grow in a supportive, team-oriented environment? District Veterinary Hospital - Navy Yard is excited to add a full-time Veterinary Assistant to our dedicated and compassionate team!
Location: 801 2nd St SE
Washington, DC 20003
Just 2 blocks from the Metro - Metro benefits offered!
Schedule: - 3 days per week, 10-hour shifts
- Every other Saturday, 6-hour shift
Compensation & Benefits: - $20-$24/hour, depending on experience and licensure
- 80 hours of paid time off
- Metro benefits
Skills & Requirements: We're looking for someone who is:
Proficient with venipuncture and restraint
Familiar with medical terminology and vaccine protocols
Eager to grow and learn
Previous veterinary experience preferred
Surgical experience is a plus but not required
Software & Equipment: - Practice software: VetFM
- In-house lab: Abaxis
- AAHA-accredited
Our Culture: Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do! Everyone helps one another, and every team member's role is valued equally. We're proud to have created a workplace that feels more like a community than just a job.
You'll work alongside a team of
4 supportive doctors in the thriving Navy Yard neighborhood.
Services We Offer: - General practice care
- International health certificates
- Low-stress handling
- Soft tissue surgery
- Laser therapy
- Ultrasound
...and more!
Clinic Hours: - Mon-Thurs: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Ready to join a passionate and close-knit veterinary team? Apply today-we'd love to meet you!
BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here's what you can expect as a full-time team member:
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- PTO increases with years of service
- 48 hours of flexible holiday pay (6 recognized holidays)
- Annual performance review with wage evaluation
Bonuses & Retirement
- Dream Fund: Annual bonus potential
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match starting Day 1
Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- FSA & HSA options
- Maternity leave
- Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
- Free mental health support: 5 in-person counseling sessions per issue
- 24/7 access to experts
- Help with anxiety, family issues, grief, legal/financial advice & more
Optional Insurances
- Life & AD&D
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Professional Perks
- Uniform allowance
- CE Benefits for Credentialed Techs:
- $500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year
- Access to RACE-approved CE platform
- Internal rewards program - earn points, redeem gift cards
- Pet care discounts
- Externship opportunities for vet tech and vet students
Responsibilities How you'll make an impact:
- Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
- The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
- The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
- The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
- The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
- The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
- The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
- The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
- The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications Physical demands and work environment
- The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
- The Veterinary Assistant is 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 Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
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 Veterinary Partners (MVP) 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.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Saturday, 3 days per week,