Overnight Veterinary Assistant: Surgery & Care

Saint Francis Veterinary Center of South Jersey; Woolwich Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Lyra Health mental health resources

Paid Parental Leave

Purr-ental leave for pet adoption

Childcare and elder care assistance

Free CE Courses

Job summary

Saint Francis Veterinary Center of South Jersey, Swedesboro, NJ, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the overnight team. This full-time role involves hands-on care, outpatient treatments, and laboratory work, with surgery assistance and client education.

The position requires overnight availability and weekend rotation. You will work closely with veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity, support anesthesia-related tasks, and maintain accurate medical records.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of veterinary clinical experience required.
• Overnight availability is required.
• Experience in an emergency or surgical setting preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist with hospital functions to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with preparation for surgeries and procedures, including anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns and Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records with practice systems support.
• Obtain health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Mentor and support fellow team members.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Emergency experience

Overnight availability

Anesthesia exposure

Communication skills

Job description

Saint Francis Veterinary Center of South Jersey, Swedesboro, NJ, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the overnight team. This full-time role involves hands-on care, outpatient treatments, and laboratory work, with surgery assistance and client education.

The position requires overnight availability and weekend rotation. You will work closely with veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity, support anesthesia-related tasks, and maintain accurate medical records.