Assistant

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant in Middletown, NY. This full-time position demands a dependable professional dedicated to providing compassionate animal care in a fast-paced clinical setting. Key responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, maintaining exam rooms, and ensuring ethical standards are met. Candidates must have prior veterinary assisting experience and weekend availability. The role supports a respectful team environment focused on empathy and care for pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary assisting experience is required.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients throughout their visit.
• Safely restrain patients using calm, low-stress handling techniques.

Skills

Prior veterinary assisting experience

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient care

Job description

Assistant# AssistantVida Veterinary Urgent Care - Middletown, DE 19709## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDay## Description## Veterinary AssistantWe are seeking a **Veterinary Assistant** with prior experience who shares our commitment to providing exceptional care with kindness, patience, and respect.### **Position Summary**The Veterinary Assistant plays an essential role in supporting veterinarians and licensed technicians while helping create a calm, supportive, and compassionate environment for pets and their people. This position requires hands-on veterinary assisting experience, emotional intelligence, and a genuine dedication to animal care and client service.### **What We’re Looking For*** A team member who leads with **kindness, empathy, and patience*** A dependable, compassionate professional who works well under pressure* Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn* Someone who treats every patient as if they were their own* A positive contributor to a respectful, team-centered workplace culture### **Why Us?*** A values-driven hospital where compassion comes first* A supportive and respectful team environment* The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day* A workplace built on empathy, grace, and mutual respect—for clients, patients, and staffIf you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant who believes veterinary medicine should be practiced with both heart and purpose, we would love to hear from you.## Qualifications### **Requirements (Required)*** **Prior veterinary assisting experience is required*** **Weekend availability is required*** Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining compassion and grace* Strong teamwork and communication skills* Commitment to providing empathetic, respectful patient and client care### **Key Responsibilities*** Assist veterinarians and technicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures* Provide compassionate care and support to patients throughout their visit* Safely restrain patients using calm, low-stress handling techniques* Prepare and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment* Support hospitalized and surgical patients as directed* Communicate with clients in a clear, kind, and empathetic manner* Assist with basic laboratory tasks and patient care duties* Maintain accurate records and follow hospital protocols* Uphold safety, cleanliness, and ethical standards within the hospital