Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Allianceanimal; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal hospital in North Haven, CT, seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of veterinary experience, be a strong communicator, and work well under pressure. Responsibilities include patient care, surgical assistance, and effective communication with pet owners. The hospital offers competitive compensation, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement and Parental Leave

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year veterinary experience as a Veterinary Assistant required.
• Must be available Saturdays until 12pm.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, and manage medical cases.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients and assist in surgeries.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Tools

Anesthesia Monitoring

Sample Collection

Laboratory Tests Processing

Radiographs

Job description

North Haven Animal Hospital, located in New Haven County, CT, has earned a stellar reputation for providing state-of-the-art veterinary care through an experienced and compassionate staff. Founded by Dr. James T. Wells and Dr. Lewis Jolly in 1979 after graduating from Purdue University’s veterinary school, the hospital is dedicated to wellness, medical, and care services.

The hospital combines the latest technological advancements with high-quality, personalized care. They prioritize ensuring that pet owners are fully informed and involved in their pet's healthcare decisions, fostering a supportive environment where pets receive the best possible treatment. Their goal is to offer the best of both modern veterinary medicine and old-fashioned, personalized compassionate service, ensuring each pet is treated like family.

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.
• Opportunities for growth through virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development, whether you aim to master your current role or pursue the next step in your career.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1-year veterinary experience as a Veterinary Assistant – required
• Saturdays until 12pm – required
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker, and Strong Communicator
• Ability to properly restrain pets
• Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus
• Self-starter with a desire to continue advancing your knowledge and skillset

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for all Employees
• Paid Bereavement and Parental Leave Programs
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (for licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions
• Additional benefits such as Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, etc.

Hiring eligibility may depend on completing a satisfactory background check.

Note – some benefits may vary for full-time vs part-time employment.

For more details, including our full equal opportunity statement and physical requirements, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/