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Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Columbia, MD

4 live veterinary assistant listings in Columbia, MD from 4 employers.

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Salary data

Veterinary Assistant Salary in Maryland

Statewide Maryland figures — this page shows the state estimate because no city-level figure is available for Columbia.

Maryland median
$44,770
BLS OEWS May 2025, Maryland — SOC 31-9096 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (a combined occupation)
Maryland range
$39,440–$49,230
vs. national
+17%
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Source: BLS OEWS May 2025, Maryland — SOC 31-9096 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (a combined occupation)

Employers

Who’s Hiring Veterinary Assistants in Columbia

4 employers have 4 open veterinary assistant roles in Columbia.

About This Role

A veterinary assistant supports the medical team with patient restraint, room prep, lab samples, and daily animal care.

Veterinary practices and animal hospitals across the Columbia area hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on VeterinaryHires right now.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many veterinary assistant jobs are open in Columbia, MD right now?

As of November 2026, VeterinaryHires is showing 4 live veterinary assistant openings in Columbia, MD. They come from 4 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a veterinary assistant earn in Maryland?

The Maryland median for veterinary assistants is $44,770 a year, +17% against the national median (BLS OEWS May 2025, Maryland — SOC 31-9096 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (a combined occupation)).

03Which employers are hiring veterinary assistants in Columbia?

The Columbia listings currently come from 4 employers, including Banfield Pet Hospital (1), Petco / Vetco Total Care (1), and PetVet Care Centers (1). 1 other employer has openings too.