Vet Clinic Assistant — Surgery & Client Care

Thrive Pet Healthcare

New York

On-site

USD 29,000 - 34,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare and elder

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Center for Veterinary Care in New York, NY is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and licensed technicians. This full-time role (30-40 hrs/wk) involves client education, assisting during pre-op, surgery and post-op, maintaining sterile rooms, and accurate medical records.

We value detail‑oriented, upbeat self‑stars who thrive in a team and are committed to high standards of animal care.

Qualifications

At least 1 year of experience in animal husbandry.
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
High school diploma or equivalent, AAS or higher preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squatting, reach, standing, and walking throughout the day.
Inventory/purchasing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Communicating and educating clients on medical procedures and next steps.
Assisting DVMs and LVTs with patients during pre‑op, surgery, and post‑op.
Stocking exam and treatment rooms with supplies, maintaining a sterile environment for treatment, x‑ray, surgery, labs, and isolation wards.
Utilizing computer information systems to record patient history, update, and maintain medical records.
Precisely dispenses pharmaceuticals as required.
Place weekly inventory orders, manage on‑hand inventory, receive shipments, and process returns/damaged goods.