Veterinary Assistant

Vetpracticepartners; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital in Hewitt, NJ is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. The role offers full-time or part-time hours with open availability to cover the hospital's schedule.

You will assist during examinations, handle animals safely, prepare exam rooms, perform basic lab tests, and communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-ups. A compassionate, reliable candidate will thrive in this busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in disinfection and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to safely and compassionately handle animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Skills

Experience with animals in veterinary

Disinfection know-how

Handling animals safely

Job description

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary: $20-$22 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Full time and part time hours available. We are seeking candidates with open availability to accommodate our hospital’s operating hours. The hospital is open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM . This position also requires alternating Saturday coverage from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM .

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is a trusted full-service veterinary practice dedicated to enhancing the health, well-being, and longevity of pets and their families in the Hewitt, NJ area and surrounding communities. We combine compassionate care with the latest medical knowledge and technology to deliver exceptional veterinary services—from routine wellness exams and diagnostics to surgical care and advanced treatments. Our clean, modern facility and experienced team provide a welcoming environment where every patient is treated like family. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with pet owners and creating positive experiences for both pets and their humans.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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