Veterinary Assistant

Thrive Pet Healthcare; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Yonkers, NY is seeking a passionate Veterinary Assistant. This full-time position entails working closely with Veterinarians and requires 30-40 hours per week. The ideal candidate excels in animal care and has at least one year of experience.

Competitive pay starts from $18-$21/hour, and staff benefits include 401(k) match, mental health resources, and access to comprehensive learning programs.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in animal husbandry.
• High school diploma or equivalent; AAS or higher preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squat, reach, stand, and walk throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Speak and write English fluently.
• Promote a positive attitude among staff.
• Educate clients on medical recommendations.
• Maintain a clean environment and stock treatment rooms.
• Dispense pharmaceuticals as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to communicate gracefully

Animal husbandry experience

Physical capability (lift 50 lbs)

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

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 with Veterinarians (DVMs) and Licensed Vet Technicians (LVTs) during procedures. A full‑time position requires 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.
• Utilize 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, squat, reach, stand, and walk 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 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

• 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 and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care—and we are united by a shared set of values.

• Service – delivering exceptional service.
• Empathy – leading with care.
• Accountability – achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Joy – be a source of light.
• Exploration – learn to fuel growth.
• Team – connect for success.

Compensation

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay range starting at $18–21/hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.