Part-Time Veterinary Assistant — Growth & CE Programs

Dvh Inc; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development opportunities

CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO

cost to you

Job summary

Island Trees Veterinary Hospital in Hicksville, NY is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant who loves animals and wants to contribute to compassionate care. You will support veterinarians with exams, treatments, and patient care, and help maintain a clean, organized clinic.

Candidates should have experience as a veterinary assistant, strong animal handling skills, and excellent communication. Availability for Friday and Saturday shifts, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a team-first attitude

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 a veterinary assistant

Animal handling

Communication skills

Teamwork

Client communication

Job description

Island Trees Veterinary Hospital in Hicksville, NY is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant who loves animals and wants to contribute to compassionate care. You will support veterinarians with exams, treatments, and patient care, and help maintain a clean, organized clinic.

Candidates should have experience as a veterinary assistant, strong animal handling skills, and excellent communication. Availability for Friday and Saturday shifts, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a team-first attitude