Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Stonecliff Veterinary Clinic; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Paterson seeks a Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional care to pets. Responsibilities include patient triage, sample collection, and assisting in surgeries. The ideal candidate is compassionate, a team player, and eager to learn. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k & 401K matching program

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Leave

Tuition Assistance

Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Proficient in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, and manage medical cases.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Job description

Job Description

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:

• We’re looking for 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 comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA.
• 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, and access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster.
• Career Development Opportunities, Referral Bonus Program, and additional benefits like Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, etc.
• Hiring eligibility may depend on 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, physical requirements, and additional information, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.