Floating Veterinary Assistant

Upstate Veterinary Specialties; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k)

Healthcare benefits

Continuing education

Cross-training

Job summary

Upstate Veterinary Specialties in Latham, NY is seeking a Floating Veterinary Assistant to support several specialty services. This full-time position offers exposure across multiple areas of veterinary care and hands-on skill growth.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient care, and excellent client service. You will assist doctors and technicians, help restrain animals, process samples, obtain histories, and help coordinate appointments in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in a veterinary assistant role.
• Surgical experience preferred.
• Experience with animal restraint preferred (Fear Free techniques are a plus).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Positive attitude and commitment to patient care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Assisting doctors and technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Safely restraining patients for exams and treatments.
• Processing diagnostic samples.
• Preparing and obtaining patient medical histories.
• Supporting workflow across multiple departments.
• Maintaining clean and organized treatment spaces.
• Communicating with clients and supporting appointment coordination.
• Assisting with procedural setup and anticipating doctor needs.
• Helping maintain inventory and supplies.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Upstate Veterinary Specialties - Latham, NY 12110

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $18.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Veterinary Services

Description

Upstate Veterinary Specialties is seeking a Floating Veterinary Assistant to support multiple specialty services. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across multiple specialty services and expand your veterinary skills.

If you enjoy variety in your day, learning new skills, and helping pets and their people during important moments, this role may be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do

• Assisting doctors and technicians during examinations and procedures
• Safely restraining patients for exams and treatments
• Processing diagnostic samples
• Preparing and obtaining patient medical histories
• Supporting workflow across multiple departments
• Maintaining clean and organized treatment spaces
• Communicating with clients and supporting appointment coordination
• Assisting with procedural setup and anticipating doctor needs
• Helping maintain inventory and supplies

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in a veterinary assistant role
• Surgical experience preferred
• Experience with animal restraint preferred (Fear Free techniques are a plus)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Positive attitude and commitment to patient care and client service
• Demonstrates flexibility with scheduling and adapts quickly and effectively to changing priorities, workflows, and patient care needs

Schedule

• Work 4 days per week (10-hour shifts), Monday through Friday
• Exact workdays vary based on business needs
• Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
• Schedule is set one month in advance
• Must have availability Monday through Friday

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• PTO, 401(k), healthcare benefits, and more
• Opportunities for advancement in specialty veterinary medicine
• Continuing education and cross-training
• Employee appreciation events and a team-focused culture

Qualifications