Registered Veterinary Technician

Glade Valley Animal Hospital has proudly provided quality veterinary medicine and old fashioned love for creatures great and small in Frederick, MD since 1948. We are deeply committed to elevating the patient experience, reflected both in our outstanding 4.9-star Google rating and our Cat Friendly Certified® Practice status, a designation established by the AAFP and ISFM to ensure the lowest stress environment for our feline patients, their caregivers, and our entire team. We are dedicated to comprehensive pet wellness, advanced diagnostics, and urgent care. If you are seeking a stable and highly respected local practice where you can practice medicine at a high level, this is your opportunity to join us.

Joining Glade Valley means becoming part of a larger network dedicated to your professional journey. While our four DVMs and dedicated Hospital Manager ensure strong local support, we also provide the organizational structure needed for every teammate to succeed. You will find internal mentorship and consultation opportunities available to enhance your decision-making and diagnostic skills across challenging cases. We actively support teammates who wish to achieve their career goals, whether that involves becoming a credentialed technician, pursuing advanced training, or moving into leadership roles. We strive to create an environment where you feel empowered to do your best work every day.

You will practice comprehensive small animal medicine utilizing a full range of services that extend from essential Wellness and Prevention to advanced care. Our capabilities include extensive Testing and Diagnostics, comprehensive Surgical Procedures, and critical Urgent Care services supported by our ability to offer Same Day Appointments. We believe in being a full-service partner for our clients in the Frederick community, which means you have the resources necessary to manage complex cases right here in the hospital. We encourage the continuous growth of your clinical skills across all medical disciplines.

Frederick, MD is a historic and vibrant city that offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Located conveniently near major metropolitan areas, Frederick provides an ideal environment for establishing a meaningful veterinary career and a balanced personal life. This community has trusted Glade Valley for generations, and you will find that putting down roots here allows you to develop deep, lasting relationships with clients who see you as their essential partner in pet healthcare. We welcome you to experience the highly supportive atmosphere of both our practice and the broader Frederick community.