Temporary Adoptions Vet Assistant - Caring Animal Care

ASPCA; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The ASPCA is seeking an Adoptions Veterinary Assistant (AVA) to join our Adoption Center medical team in New York City. The AVA provides compassionate care and assists veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians, helping animals move toward new homes.

This temporary role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work a rotating schedule, including days and hours listed. Candidates should have 1–2 years of animal handling or veterinary experience and be comfortable

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1–2 years prior animal handling/veterinary experience.
• Experience working in an animal shelter preferred.
• Fear Free certification or obtained within 60 days of work beginning.

Responsibilities

• Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, and welfare.
• Document and communicate information to staff and in medical records.
• Enter data accurately into medical records and transfer data between departments.
• Prepare samples for outside laboratories and follow up as needed.
• Restrain animals for procedures using low-stress techniques.
• Feed and medicate patients per veterinarian instructions.
• Participate in daily huddle discussions on clinical pathways.
• Transport animals and records between departments.
• Update statuses in electronic records for placement per protocol.

Skills

Animal care

Willingness to learn

Low-stress handling

Organizational skills

Team communication

Professionalism under stress

Computer skills

Lift 40 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Fear Free certification (within 60 days)

Tools

Pet Point

Job description

The ASPCA is seeking an Adoptions Veterinary Assistant (AVA) to join our Adoption Center medical team in New York City. The AVA provides compassionate care and assists veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians, helping animals move toward new homes.

This temporary role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work a rotating schedule, including days and hours listed. Candidates should have 1–2 years of animal handling or veterinary experience and be comfortable