Parttime Veterinary Assistant

Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital; Village of Harriman (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of animals, providing essential care and support while honing your skills through comprehensive training and development programs. The position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the well-being of pets and their owners. If you are passionate about animal care and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Leave

Tuition Assistance

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience preferred in veterinary assistance.
• Strong communicator with the ability to multi-task and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and care for medical and hospitalized cases with varying stability.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Pet Restraint

Sample Collection

Communication

Anesthesia Monitoring

Job description

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to master your current role or grow into the next step of your career, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker, and Strong Communicator.
• Ability to properly restrain pets.
• Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.
• Self-starter with a desire to continue advancing your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for all Employees
• Paid Bereavement and Parental Leave Programs
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance Programs
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions
• Additional Benefits (e.g., Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses)

*Note: Some benefits may vary based on full-time or part-time employment status. Hiring eligibility may depend on a satisfactory background check. For more details, visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.