Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Full-Time with Benefits

Oath Animal Hospital; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Competitive sign-on bonus

Job summary

Oath Animal Hospital in East Meadow, NY is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

We offer $18–$22/hour, medical/dental/vision, retirement match, paid time off, a pet discount, and a $1,000

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Animal handling

Veterinary assistant experience

Disinfection & sanitary procedures

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Oath Animal Hospital in East Meadow, NY is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

We offer $18–$22/hour, medical/dental/vision, retirement match, paid time off, a pet discount, and a $1,000