Veterinary Assistant

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

City of Rochester (NY)

On-site

USD 22,041 - 24,796

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pet perks and discounts

Mental health benefits

401k with employer contribution

Scholarship opportunities and loan support

Job summary

A veterinary services organization is seeking a passionate Veterinary Assistant in Rochester, NY. This full-time position involves working closely with veterinarians, providing care and support for pets, and maintaining a clean and well-stocked environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience in animal husbandry, effective communication skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. The role offers competitive hourly pay starting at $16-$18, alongside comprehensive benefits including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

1+ year experience in animal husbandry is required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and maintain physical activity throughout the day.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during procedures.
Educate clients on medical recommendations.
Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas.
Record patient history in computer systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Animal husbandry experience

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAS or higher preferred

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

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

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

Role Responsibilities

Competently speak and write the English language.
Perform job tasks efficiently without rushing.
Promote a positive attitude among staff.
Handle stress and pressure with poise and tact.
Communicate and educate clients on medical recommendations in person or over the phone.
Stock exam and treatment rooms with supplies, maintaining a clean environment for the hospital.
Utilizing computer information systems to record patient history, update and maintain medical records.
Precisely dispense pharmaceuticals as required.
Aid in placing weekly inventory orders, manage on‑hand inventory, and receive shipments.

Experience & Skills 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.

You’ll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Earn your AVMA‑CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

Benefits – our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

Paid time off including 8‑weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
401k with employer contribution and no waiting period to enroll and a one‑year waiting period for employer match
Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses
Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program and so much more!

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.