Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor; Berkeley Township (NJ); Presencial; USD 23 000 - 25 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Six paid holidays

Uniform allowance

Resumo da oferta

Berkeley Veterinary Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for a part-time role with the potential to grow into full-time hours. The team embraces Fear Free medicine and AAHA standards in a close-knit, family-like setting.

The position offers a flexible weekly schedule with rotating Saturday shifts, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth through bonuses, tuition support, and licensing reimbursement.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a small animal or general practice setting.
• A true passion for pets and veterinary medicine.
• Strong communication skills with clients and coworkers.
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient under pressure.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• A team-first attitude (teamwork makes the dream work!).
• A positive outlook and a good sense of humor.
• Ability to withstand puppy kisses and kitty headbutts.

Responsabilidades

• Support our veterinarians and veterinary technicians in caring for cats and dogs of all ages.
• Use Fear Free handling techniques to keep patients calm, safe, and comfortable.
• Assist with exams, treatments, and procedures based on your experience and training.
• Help keep clients informed and comfortable throughout their pet’s visit.
• Multitask and prioritize daily responsibilities in a busy small animal practice.
• Work closely with doctors, technicians, and support staff to keep the day running smoothly.
• Bring positivity, laughter, and a great “cattitude” to the team every day.

Conhecimentos

Veterinary Assistant experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organization

Calm under pressure

Positive attitude

Pet care passion

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Who We Are

Berkeley Veterinary Center is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant

Status: Part-time, with the potential for full-time hours

Salary: $17 - $18 per hour, based on experience and skill set

Schedule: Flexible weekly schedule with rotating Saturday shifts

Experience: Veterinary Assistant experience

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Looking for a fresh start with a team of energized, caring people who bring their funky selves to work every day and encourage you to do the same?

Berkeley Veterinary Center is a two-doctor, small animal practice caring for cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies, from Doodles and Bengals to Persians and mutts. We’re AAHA-accredited and proud to be the very first Fear Free Certified veterinary practice in New Jersey. That means we hold ourselves to a higher standard of care, and our Google reviews show it.

We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our close-knit, family-like team in a part-time role, with the potential to grow into full-time hours.

Want to show us the sweater you just knitted for your cat? Please do. Feel the need for a midday sing-along? We’ll harmonize!

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A tight-knit, supportive team that welcomes you to bring your authentic self to work
• Fear Free culture and AAHA standards, so you can be part of the kind of care you believe in
• A two-doctor practice where you get to know every patient, client, and teammate
• Mentoring and support for every team member, wherever you are in your Veterinary Assistant career
• Flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance (so you can finally see life outside of work for yourself)
• Lunch breaks on the reg
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• Room to grow, including the potential for full-time hours

What You’ll Do

• Support our veterinarians and veterinary technicians in caring for cats and dogs of all ages
• Use Fear Free handling techniques to keep patients calm, safe, and comfortable
• Assist with exams, treatments, and procedures based on your experience and training
• Help keep clients informed and comfortable throughout their pet’s visit
• Multitask and prioritize daily responsibilities in a busy small animal practice
• Work closely with doctors, technicians, and support staff to keep the day running smoothly
• Bring positivity, laughter, and a great “cattitude” to the team every day

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a small animal or general practice setting
• A true passion for pets and veterinary medicine
• Strong communication skills with clients and coworkers
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient under pressure
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• A team-first attitude (teamwork makes the dream work!)
• A positive outlook and a good sense of humor
• Ability to withstand puppy kisses and kitty headbutts

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Veterinary Assistant who wants to be part of Fear Free medicine with a team that feels like family, we can’t wait to hear from you. Life is short, so smile while you still have teeth and come do the work you love with people who love it too.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Berkeley Veterinary Center and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.