Veterinary Assistant - Primary Care
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. EVG Specialty Network scores A on the Alion truth index.
Friendship Hospital for Animals, a leading AAHA- accredited hospital located in Washington D.C. is seeking an eager and capable veterinary assistant to join our Primary Care team. If you’re dedicated to excellent patient care and enjoy being part of a collaborative, diverse team - we’d love to meet you!
About the role:
The ideal candidate will support the Primary Care department in multiple capacities, including but not limited to, patient restraint, assisting with doctors and technicians with various tasks, and is overall excited to learn and grow their skillset. This person is reliable and professional with clients as well as peers, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts with a rotating Saturday. This is a full time position.
What's in it for you?
- Excellent compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, HAS/FSA
- Generous PTO and CE allowance
- Life insurance and 401k with a company match
- Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
- Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)
- A welcoming, inclusive culture that values learning, kindness, and teamwork
- Pet care discounts and so much more!
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a veterinary assistant preferred.
- Veterinary assistant certification preferred but not required.
We're exclusively seeking veterinary professionals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another, grow, and do their best work - while having fun along the way.
Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to join the team?
Apply now or learn more at friendshiphospital.com
US Pay Range
$22—$23 USD