Essex Middle River Vet Center - Veterinary Assistant
VetEvolve · Essex, Maryland
Posted 8 days ago · $15-20
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 8 days VetEvolve's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 19% of VetEvolve's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at VetEvolve
- high 110 stale, 3 reposted of 135 open
- Hiring momentum
- 169 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from VetEvolve's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for VetEvolve.
About this role
The Veterinary Assistant at VetEvolve provides essential support to veterinarians during patient exams and treatments, ensuring high-quality care for animals. Daily tasks include assisting with medical procedures, communicating with clients, managing medical records, and maintaining a clean and organized environment. The role also involves educating clients about care plans and handling sensitive situations with empathy.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of VetEvolve as an employer.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office applications
- Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids
- Maintains composure and professionalism in emotionally challenging or high-stress situations
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds
- Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday
Nice to have
- Previous experience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued
What you get
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Access to employee assistance program
Worth weighing
- Compensation range is $15-20 per hour, which may vary based on experience and licensure
- Flexible schedule required, with availability needed during all hours the practice is open
Summarised from VetEvolve's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by VetEvolve on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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