Veterinary Assistant

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC

City of Rochester (NY)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 26,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Hands-on clinical training

Career development

Team culture

401(k) with employer match

Health and life insurance

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a Veterinary Assistant at Stone Ridge Veterinary Hospital in Rochester, NY. This full-time role supports DVMs and LVTs, handling pre-op to post-op care, client education, and medical record upkeep.

The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, attention to detail, and prior animal care experience. Benefits include mentorship, training, and team-based culture.

Qualifications

1 year of experience in animal husbandry or veterinary care
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform daily tasks

Responsibilities

Educate clients about procedures and next steps.
Assist DVMs and LVTs during pre-op, surgery, post-op.
Maintain sterile treatment areas and inventory.
Record patient history and medical records in the system.

Skills

Animal care

Attention to detail

Communication

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAS or higher preferred

Tools

Medical records software

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Stone Ridge Veterinary Hospital

Rochester, NY

Full-Time

Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.

Our Ideal Candidate

An upbeat, self-starter who is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail. Our Veterinary Assistants work side by side with our Veterinarians (DVMs) and Licensed Vet Technicians (LVTs) during procedures. A full-time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week.

Job Duties

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.

Job Requirements

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

Why Join Thrive?

Paid LVT Student Mentorship Program designed to support your transition into practice
Hands-on clinical training that builds confidence and real‑world experience
Ongoing coaching and development to help you reach your career goals
Supportive, collaborative culture where teamwork, learning, and growth are a priority

About the Hospital

At Stone Ridge Veterinary Animal Clinic, we provide primary care to cats and dogs in the Greece and Rochester areas. Our practice provides the highest quality medical care while serving clients with honesty and compassion. As animal lovers and pet owners, we understand how valuable your pet is to your family, and we pledge to treat every patient with kindness and respect. Established in 1976, Stone Ridge Veterinary Hospital is proud to have served our community for the past 40 years.

Benefits - our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health

Paid parental leave
Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Subsidized backup childcare and elder care

Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning

FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan support tools and assistance

Some benefits shown are only for full‑time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Who We Are

Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care.

Our Support Office teams' power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people‑centered culture, and forward‑thinking business solutions - all while having plenty of fun along the way.

We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care-and we are united by a shared set of values.