Compassionate Vet Assistant - Health Benefits + PTO

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Hospital

Job summary

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic in Princeton, NJ is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our AAHA-accredited hospital. This full-time/part-time role focuses on patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, assisting with surgeries and diagnostics, and helping clients with their pets.

You will maintain inventory, sterilize equipment, restrain animals for procedures, and support the entire team in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties; preferred.
• Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, lifting up to 50 pounds, cleaning, and constant motion.
• Work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in care after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Assist with routine diagnostic tests (vital signs, radiographs, bloodwork, sample collection)
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas
• Administer medications under supervision
• Feeding and bathing animals
• Answer phones and help clients with their pets

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Strong work ethic

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic in Princeton, NJ is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our AAHA-accredited hospital. This full-time/part-time role focuses on patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, assisting with surgeries and diagnostics, and helping clients with their pets.

You will maintain inventory, sterilize equipment, restrain animals for procedures, and support the entire team in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.