Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Allianceanimal; Elmont, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Quality Veterinary Care in Elmont, NY is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced, full-service practice. You will help triage patients, collect samples, assist with imaging and anesthesia, and communicate with clients to ensure quality results.

We value compassion, teamwork and a proactive attitude. A minimum of 1 year of experience is preferred, with opportunities for ongoing training and career growth. Competitive benefits are available for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Compassionate, calm, team player, multitasker with strong communication.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus.
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets for procedures and exams.
• Triage incoming patients and collect and analyze lab samples.
• Perform diagnostic imaging, manage medical and hospitalized cases.
• Assist with surgery preparation and anesthesia management.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Maintain safety for staff and animals.

Skills

1-year veterinary assistant experience

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Pet Restraint

Sample collection

Medical histories

Radiographs

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Quality Veterinary Care is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced 4doctor general small animal practice located in Elmont, NY. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, and Ultrasonography.

Quality Veterinary Care is located in Elmont, NY just outside the bustling New York City center on Long Island. The proximity to the Long Island Railroad allows for easy commute anywhere in the city. Elmont K-6 public schools are almost all A-rated and boast lower student-to-teacher ratios than the average NY public schools, making it an ideal area to raise a family! Popular activities in the area include a visit to the Belmont Park Racetrack, a visit to the beach or enjoying the great restaurants in the area. This is a wonderful place to enjoy a healthy and active work-life balance!

Hours of Operation:

Mon: 9AM - 8PM
Tues: 9AM - 8PM
Wed: 9AM - 7PM
Thurs: 9AM - 8PM
Fri: 9AM - 8PM
Sat & Sun: 9AM - 2PM

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.