Laytonsville Veterinary Practice Jobs in Usa

Are you a passionate and dedicated Veterinary Technician ready to take your career to new heights? Join our Neurology Department at Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County and be a crucial part of our dynamic team!

With a team of two Board Certified Neurologists and skilled veterinary professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care and building strong client relationships.

About Us: 
At Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County, we are more than just a 24-hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital – we're a compassionate community dedicated to providing exceptional medical care for pets and their owners. Our team is committed to excellence, and you could be a vital part of our mission!

About the Role:

• Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required
• Venipuncture; IV catheter placement; medication calculations and administration; digital radiography; patient prep and recovery; epidural administration; anesthesia monitoring for a variety of anesthetized procedures including, but not limited to, CT and MRI
• Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing outstanding client communication and education
• Performing sterile scrub and assisting doctors throughout surgical procedures
• Advocating for the patient, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients
• Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications
• Ability to work on calls, holidays/weekends, and OT as needed

Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday, 8am – 6pm 
• Rotating on-call schedule: 1-2/week, with the opportunity to earn a $250 bonus per procedure
  • Example: MRI + Surgery on one patient = $500 call-in bonus

Compensation:

• Credentialed Technician (RVT) or equivalent experience range: $28—$34/hr.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) range: $35—$42/hr.

Ideal candidate:

• Active license in the state of CA, RVT- required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the veterinary field with anesthesia experience a must
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must
• Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs
• Proficiency in record keeping related to medical procedures including daily treatments administered, patient status, procedures completed, supplies used, and anesthetic records
• Review and understanding of all medical records pertinent to patient care
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and a commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a full range of benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, uniform allowance, substantial employee pet discount, and more!
• Professional Development: Grow your career with a generous CE allowance and opportunities for advancement within the hospital.
• Team Collaboration: Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment, fostering camaraderie between departments in our open treatment area.

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Compensation details: 28-42 Hourly Wage

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The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.

Essential Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.
• Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician's productivity.
• Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times.
• Perform or prepare procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.
• Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Assist with surgery as applicable.
• Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
• Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.
• Other job duties as assigned.

The Five Principles:

• Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal.
• Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we support the responsibility of others.
• Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure.
• Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best.
• Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free.

Hiring Qualifications:

Competencies:

• Leadership
• Action Oriented
• Customer Focus
• Listening
• Peer Relationships
• Personal Learning
• Functional Skills
• Priority Setting

Functional Capabilities and Experience:

• Ability to multi-task
• Communication skills
• Organizational ability
• Problem solving skills
• Client service skills
• Intellectual ability
• Mathematical ability
• Computer skills

Attitudes:

• Initiative
• Integrity
• Cooperativeness
• Flexibility
• Independence
• Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency

Special Working Conditions:

• Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
• Ability to be confident around pets.
• Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week.
• This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderately high.
• Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate up to 50 pounds.
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
• Associate 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.

Experience, Education and/or Training:

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant program, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinary assistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice.
• Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.
• One year related experience required with customer service preferred.

We are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. Company Policy, Federal and State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.

For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you'll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you'll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Job Description Summary: The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:

• Helping maintain the flow of patients
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We're looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom -- as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are:

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family -- including your pets. Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits Every team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

Whether you're a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we'll support your professional growth with:

• Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals
• Relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Ways to offer your skills to your community

We've created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our Corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level. Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant

For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you'll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you'll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Job Description Summary: The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary AssistantThe Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:

• Helping maintain the flow of patients
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond QualificationsEvery associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We're looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom -- as their guide. In addition, our

Vet Assistants are:

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

Caring for Those Who Care:

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary AssistantWhen it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family including your pets.

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness BenefitsEvery team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

Potential as Big as Your PassionWhether you're a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we'll support your professional growth with:

• Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals
• Relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Ways to offer your skills to your community

A Support Structure That Helps You ThriveWe've created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our Corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level. Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine. Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant today!

The pay range for this role is $15.99 - $20.44 Hourly.

For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you'll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you'll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Job Description Summary: The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:

• Helping maintain the flow of patients
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond Qualifications Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We're looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom -- as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are:

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

Caring for Those Who Care: Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family including your pets. Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits Every team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Receptionist (client care coordinator) to join our friendly, experienced and supportive team. VCA Calvert Veterinary Center is a progressive hospital staffed by highly skilled veterinarians, assistants, and client care coordinators.

Our practice has been serving the Pasadena Maryland community since 2004. Our practice is one of the few in the area offering care to local exotic patients. If you are a compassionate, dedicated, enthusiastic, positive, and intelligent client service representative who is looking for a practice to call home and to work in a collaborative team environment, please apply.

An ideal candidate for this position will have experience performing the work of a Veterinary receptionist (client education, efficient patient scheduling, client and patient reception, phone triage, calm collected demeanor, attention to reception and lobby environment, creative problem solving skills, etc.) or a strong client service background.

VCA Animal Hospitals offers competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match available
• Pet care discounts
• Health and well-being programs that provide resources and training
• Financial toolkit

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The pay range for this position is $16 to $18 per hour. Opportunities for shift differential, holiday pay, and overtime available based on business need.

We understand that our clients have choices in their veterinary care. Our mission is to never take our clients for granted and provide education, coaching to them on pet care and the support needed to care for their pets. Please note that this position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings, some weekends, and some holidays.

We are partnering with a rapidly growing, membership-based veterinary care organization built to deliver exceptional medicine in a sustainable, clinician-first environment and are seeking an experienced Regional Veterinary Medical Director.

This hybrid leadership role blends hands-on clinical care with regional oversight across multiple hospitals. The organization prioritizes quality over volume, offering longer appointment times, transparent pricing, and a hospitality-driven approach to care.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a seasoned DVM leader who thrives in mentorship, multi-site leadership, and scaling clinical excellence.

REGIONAL VETERINARY MEDICAL DIRECTOR — BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonus
• Equity options
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO + company holidays
• Hybrid clinical + leadership schedule
• And MUCH more

REGIONAL VETERINARY MEDICAL DIRECTOR — REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent
• Active New York veterinary license
• 10+ years of small animal GP experience
• 3+ years of leadership experience (multi-site preferred)
• Strong proficiency in medicine, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery
• Operationally minded with performance accountability experience
• High emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style

REGIONAL VETERINARY MEDICAL DIRECTOR — DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide regional medical oversight across multiple hospitals
• Maintain hands-on clinical presenc
• Ensure compliance with medical SOPs and clinical best practices
• Support and monitor practice-level performance and NPS scores
• Partner with Managing Veterinarians and nursing leadership
• Onboard and mentor new veterinarians
• Partner with recruiting on DVM sourcing and regional hiring events
• Drive a culture of collaboration, hospitality, and continuous improvement

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At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals' lives better makes life better join our team today!

Your Role: US Pet Health Veterinary Sales Representative

As a Veterinary Sales Representative on the US Pet Health team, you'll engage with veterinary customers to achieve a sales goal with Elanco products within an assigned geography. Pet Health Veterinary Field Representatives will play an important role in our success as we embark on a historic launch period for Elanco Animal Health and the Pet Health Organization.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provides a key leadership role for distributor representatives within their assigned geography.
• Responsible for product placement with targeted accounts in assigned geographical areas.
• Responsible for executing sales objectives and strategies with corporate hospitals.
• Responsible for completing a territory business plan with key essential wins identified as part of the plan. Executing the plan as the year progresses will be expected.
• Territory representative will complete all set objectives and achieve sales goals while operating within an assigned expense budget.
• Key liaison with local veterinary associations coordinating efforts surrounding the state VMA meetings.
• Responsible for spending a defined amount of time in the field executing face-to-face meetings with hospital influencers.
• Representatives will be responsible for setting up and executing launch meetings in conjunction with veterinary services in support of each product launch.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma/ GED with equivalent level of experience
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in companion animal veterinary pharmaceutical sales or equivalent selling experience in a competitive selling environment or previous Elanco intern
• Top Skills: Team-first approach with a hustle mentality and eagerness to win
• Must have a Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Ability to influence without authority
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to convey messages and motivate various audiences
• Ability to make decisions within the context of uncertainty and ambiguity
• Strategic thinking
• Strong Planning and Execution Skills
• In-depth knowledge of companion animal veterinary products
• In-depth knowledge of the Companion Animal Market and products available
• Advanced degree in business

Additional Information:

• Travel: 25-50%
• Territory: Tallahassee, FL

Elanco currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from $75,000 to $143,200, depending partly on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education and experience. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.