Full-Time Veterinary Assistant - Benefits & Growth

Northside Veterinary Clinic; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Northside Veterinary Clinic in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering compassionate animal care. The role involves assisting during examinations, handling animals safely, preparing rooms, and keeping medical records accurate.

The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, pet discount, a 401(k) match, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Record-keeping

Patient communication

Job description

Northside Veterinary Clinic in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering compassionate animal care. The role involves assisting during examinations, handling animals safely, preparing rooms, and keeping medical records accurate.

The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, pet discount, a 401(k) match, and referral bonuses.