Multi Purpose Veterinary Assistant

Friendship Hospital for Animals • Washington, DC

37d • Onsite

About The Position

Friendship Hospital for Animals, a leading AAHA-accredited hospital located in Washington D.C., is seeking a Multi-Purpose Veterinary Assistant (MPA) to join our Specialty and Emergency Hospital Team! This is an introductory role for individuals beginning their career in veterinary medicine, eager to learn from a phenomenal medical team in a fast-paced environment. As an MPA, you will support veterinarians and technicians in delivering exceptional patient care while ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient hospital environment. The goal of this role is to provide an introduction into specialty veterinary medicine, with the aim of finding a permanent department placement after 90 days based on gained experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Interest in veterinary medicine; no prior animal care experience preferred
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays (as required in emergency medicine)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Physical ability to lift 40+ pounds and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Assist with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Practice safe restraint techniques for exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments
• Cleaning and stocking of exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels
• Assist with laboratory sample collection and processing
• Learn how to communicate with clients in a professional and empathetic manner
• Monitor hospitalized patients and document and report changes promptly

Benefits

• Excellent compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• Generous PTO and CE allowance
• Life insurance and 401k with match
• Uniform allowance
• Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
• Pet care discounts
• Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees