Compassionate Veterinary Assistant Grow with a Caring Team

Pure Paws Veterinary Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and retirement

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with a generous company match

Employee referral bonus

Annual Uniform Allowance

Job summary

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality animal care. The role involves assisting during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, and maintaining clean exam rooms.

Salary is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, with shifts on Wednesday through Saturday. Requirements include at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience and the ability to handle animals with

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as 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
• 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

Patient care

Communication

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality animal care. The role involves assisting during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, and maintaining clean exam rooms.

Salary is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, with shifts on Wednesday through Saturday. Requirements include at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience and the ability to handle animals with