Part-Time Veterinary Assistant: Care, Teamwork, Growth

Amerivet; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development opportunities

CE programs provided by AmeriVet

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Island Trees Veterinary Hospital in Hicksville, NY, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for part-time hours. You will assist veterinarians with exams, handle and restrain animals, manage lab samples, and maintain patient records while delivering client education.

A team-oriented, fast-paced environment awaits committed pet lovers. The role offers referral bonuses, career development opportunities, and access to AmeriVet CE programs.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Client communication and education.
• Available to work Friday and Saturday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and patient care.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; husbandry, cleaning, laundry, providing patient care as directed by the veterinarian.
• Handling lab samples and preparing for courier pick up.
• Medical charting, maintaining accurate patient records.
• Cross train as a client service representative.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.
• Able to lift 50lbs without assistance.

Skills

Experience as veterinary assistant

Animal handling skills

Communication and teamwork

Client communication and education

Friday and Saturday shifts

Job description

Island Trees Veterinary Hospital in Hicksville, NY, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for part-time hours. You will assist veterinarians with exams, handle and restrain animals, manage lab samples, and maintain patient records while delivering client education.

A team-oriented, fast-paced environment awaits committed pet lovers. The role offers referral bonuses, career development opportunities, and access to AmeriVet CE programs.