Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia

small-door-veterinary· Practice Team
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📍 Bethesda, MD📍 Virginia📍 Washington, DCContract💰 USD 27–27

About this role

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards that is better for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians alike. We designed and delivered a reimagined veterinary experience via a membership that includes exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, and transparent pricing - delivered with modern hospitality in spaces designed by animal experts to be stress-free. We opened our flagship location in Manhattan's West Village in 2019 and have quickly expanded across the East Coast. Small Door now operates in New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia with continued expansion plans in 2026.

At Small Door, our veterinary assistants are part of a supportive and collaborative network invested in their growth. Our veterinary assistants have the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art facilities with strong doctor:nurse staffing ratios, and have the added support of a 24/7 telehealth team and dedicated call center that drastically reduces incoming calls to the practice - this means you can focus on the pets in front of you! We are committed to a healthy work/life balance, and are dedicated to creating and maintaining a positive work culture. In addition to practicing Fear Free, we are AAHA accredited meaning we abide by incredibly high standards as an organization.

 

What you’ll do

  • Knowledge and ability to recognize medical emergencies and illnesses

  • Assessing patients

  • Recording vitals and assisting doctors with diagnostics

  • Completing treatments as instructed by the doctor

  • Basic husbandry and nursing care

  • Monitoring changes in patients and providing compassionate care

  • Assisting in and facilitating radiography capture

  • Preparing samples for outside reference labs

  • Running in-house labs

  • Preparing medications

  • Administering medications

  • Working tele-triage shifts (additional stipend)

  • Additional responsibilities to maintain a hospitable environment

Who you are

  • 2+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant

  • Availability to work weekends (Saturday or Sunday)

  • Comfortable with computers and online tools

  • Strong enough to lift 50 lbs

  • A thoughtful and fearless team player

  • A go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced environment

  • Skilled at communicating with clients

  • Passionate about pets

What you'll get

  • Competitive compensation.

  • A chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment.

  • A team that lives by our core values and always has your back.

Small Door is proudly committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to apply to appropriate employment opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia role at small-door-veterinary?
The listed salary for this Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia position at small-door-veterinary is USD 27–27. This is an Contract role.
Where is the Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia position at small-door-veterinary located?
This Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia role at small-door-veterinary is based in Bethesda, MD, Virginia, Washington, DC. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia role at small-door-veterinary full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Contract position. It is posted as a Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia role in the Practice Team department at small-door-veterinary.
Which team or department does the Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia at small-door-veterinary belong to?
This Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia position is part of the Practice Team department at small-door-veterinary. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia position at small-door-veterinary?
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When was the Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia job at small-door-veterinary posted?
This Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia position at small-door-veterinary was posted on Aug 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Per Diem Veterinary Assistant - DC / Maryland / Virginia
small-door-veterinary · 💰 USD 27–27
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