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If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! \nWhat to Expect \nAs you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: \nAll the benefits you deserve -medical, dental, vision, and retirement.\nPaid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.\nEmployee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.\n 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.\nEmployee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.\nSalary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.\nSchedule: This is a full-time position. Monday-Friday, 7:50 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and every other Saturday morning.\nKey Responsibilities: \nAssist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries\nHandle and restrain animals safely and compassionately\nPrepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces\nPerform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples\nAdminister medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian\nFeed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed\nMaintain accurate medical records\nCommunicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits\nClean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment\nGreet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.\nEnsure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.\nAnswer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups. \nQualifications: \nPrevious experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.\nTechnical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.\nPhysical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. \nAbout Festival Veterinary Clinic\nFestival Veterinary Clinic has been proudly serving pets and their families in Harford County, Maryland, since 1994. We are a full-service animal clinic offering comprehensive care - from routine wellness and preventative services to diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, laser therapy, and senior-pet care. We also happily treat exotic pets when they’re part of the family.\nOur team is made up of dedicated veterinarians, skilled technicians, and caring support staff, all committed to combining modern veterinary medicine with compassion and a genuine love for animals. 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