Veterinary Assistant

Animal Emergency Clinic of the Hudson Valley; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Kingston, NY, is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant. Join a dedicated team to provide high-quality care in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% match

Generous paid time off

Employee referral program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Continuing education allowance

Discounts on veterinary services

Pet insurance options

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary experience or relevant education required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Execute treatment orders and administer medications.
• Take radiographs and perform lab tests.
• Communicate with clients and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Team-oriented attitude

Ability to multi-task

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

Veterinary experience or relevant education

Job description

Joining a clinic with its own unique identity is like a cross-country car ride with your ears flapping in the breeze. Animal Emergency Clinic of the Hudson Valley is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to our team.

At our Rarebreed clinic, you can help reimagine the veterinary experience in your community. Our fast-paced environment means you’ll support the local community as a vital service. It’s the kind of freedom that feels like running at the speed of light into a 5-story pile of leaves – and that’s just the beginning. As part of our team, you’ll work with the latest technology, gain access to state-of-the-art training facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love.

Animal Emergency Clinic of the Hudson Valley (AECHV) was founded in 1989 and is located in Kingston, NY. The hospital is community-founded and supported by the local general practice community. It is an exclusively emergency clinic equipped with cardiac monitoring, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, and dedicated support staff.

AECHV is located in the scenic Hudson River Valley, midway between New York City and Albany. It is a National Heritage Area, rich in history, natural beauty, culture, and a burgeoning food and farmer’s market scene. The area is also known for being the oldest wine-producing region in the U.S. and inspired the Hudson River School of Painters. https://aechv.com/

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Emergency Clinic of the Hudson Valley in Kingston, NY

WHAT YOU’LL DO

1. Execute treatment orders
2. Administer medications – PO, IM, SQ, SL, IV
3. Keep cages clean and sanitized
4. Walk, feed, and pick up after animals
5. Perform housekeeping duties (laundry, dishes, trash)
6. Calculate medication dosages (mg/kg)
7. Create dosing schedules from DVM orders
8. Communicate with clients via phone and in person
9. Take radiographs, CBC, chem, electrolytes, perform and read urinalysis
10. Restrain animals
11. Prepare prescribed medications
12. Additional clinic-specific duties as needed

BENEFITS

We’re passionate about helping you reach your pet-ential — both at work and at home. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive pay with medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% match after 6 months
• Generous paid time off
• Employee referral program
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and commuter benefits
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Insurance for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
• Mental health resources
• Bonding leave
• Continuing education allowance and uniform allowance
• Reimbursement for certification fees
• Stress reduction and financial wellness programs

Plus, exclusive pet benefits:

• Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Discounts on lab testing and pet foods
• Pet insurance options

REQUIREMENTS

• 1+ year veterinary experience or relevant education
• Team-oriented attitude
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Additional clinic-specific requirements as applicable

Joining our purpose-driven team means support, growth, and making a difference. We value our staff and are committed to creating a positive work environment where you can thrive and provide exceptional care. Employment is contingent upon references and background checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected categories.

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