Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Broadway Veterinary Care - NY

Veterinary Innovative Partners; Hewlett (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role is essential in providing exceptional care to animal patients and ensuring a positive experience for clients. Responsibilities include assisting with animal handling, maintaining clinic cleanliness, and supporting medical procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong animal handling skills and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a collaborative environment focused on high-quality veterinary care, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about animal welfare.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Tuition Assistance

Uniform Allowance

Discounted Healthcare for Personal Pets

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary setting with strong animal handling skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal handling, medication administration, and sample collection.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the clinic environment.

Skills

Animal Handling

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Broadway Veterinary Care - NY

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Join our team at Broadway Veterinary Care as a PART-TIME or FULL-TIME compassionate and enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting our veterinary team in providing exceptional care to our animal patients and ensuring a positive experience for our clients. Your main responsibilities will include assisting with animal handling, maintaining cleanliness in the hospital, preparing exam rooms, and providing assistance during medical procedures.

Broadway Veterinary Care is located in Hewlett, NY. We are proud to offer individualized, high-quality veterinary care to our community since 1992. We provide all of the services from comprehensive examinations to a full range of medical, surgical, and dental care for that special family member. Our doctors all have varied interests, which we highly encourage and support. We are a full-service small animal hospital, offering the gold standard in medical and surgical care. We believe healthy pets make happy people, and we strive to provide high-quality veterinary care for cats and dogs in the area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with various tasks, including animal restraint, medication administration, and sample collection.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinic/hospital environment by disinfecting surfaces, sanitizing equipment, and cleaning kennels and cages.
• Prepare examination rooms for appointments, ensuring they are well-stocked and organized.
• Greet and assist clients, helping them feel welcome and comfortable during their visit.
• Escort clients and their pets to exam rooms and obtain preliminary information, such as medical history and reason for the visit.
• Provide support during medical procedures, including setting up equipment, holding animals, and monitoring their well-being.
• Prepare and label laboratory samples accurately, following proper protocols.
• Assist with radiography (X-rays) by positioning animals and operating equipment under the direction of the veterinary team.
• Help educate clients on topics such as medication administration, preventive care, and post-operative instructions.
• Keep accurate and detailed records of patient care, treatments, and interactions.
• Assist with inventory management, restocking supplies, and maintaining an organized storage area.
• Participate in maintaining a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
• Weekend work is required for kennel attendant shifts, so prior kennel attendant knowledge is recommended.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with animals, preferably in a veterinary setting.
• Strong animal handling skills and comfort working with a variety of species.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions closely.
• Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Physical stamina to lift and carry animals, stand for extended periods, and perform cleaning tasks.

Benefits

Salary: $20-$25 an hour, to commensurate with experience.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Discounted healthcare for personal pets

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the Veterinary Assistant role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and qualifications required for the position.

Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care.

Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Veterinary Services