Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive Petcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Long Island City is seeking a Veterinary Assistant. This role combines hands-on patient care and client service tasks in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, maintaining clinic cleanliness, and managing client interactions. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in a veterinary setting.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Flexible Schedules

Employee Discounts

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Comfortable in a veterinary setting with exposure to animals.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors with patient care and fill prescriptions.
• Greet clients and manage patient check-in/check-out.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and organize front desk.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Long Island City, New York

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 / hour

Description

Are you passionate about animals and looking to grow in the veterinary field? Court Square Animal Hospital is excited to welcome a Veterinary Assistant/Client Service Representative (CSR) to our amazing team! In this hybrid role, you’ll be the friendly face that welcomes our clients and the compassionate hand that helps care for their pets. We're a fast-paced, full-service hospital in the heart of Long Island City, and part of the West Hills Animal Hospital Family—a network of state-of-the-art practices across Long Island and NYC. This is a great opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in an environment that values collaboration, growth, and quality care.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Your role will be a mix of client-facing responsibilities and hands-on patient care:
Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assist doctors and technicians with patient care and restraint
• Care for in-house patients
• Fill prescriptions
• Maintain cleanliness of the clinic, including laundry and general upkeep
• Support the medical team with various clinical tasks and projects

Client Service Responsibilities:

• Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and take accurate messages
• Schedule appointments and manage patient check-in/check-out
• Maintain client and patient records with accuracy and attention to detail -
• Keep the lobby and front desk organized and welcoming

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a veterinary setting strongly preferred
• Bright, friendly, and clear communicator—both in person and over the phone
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand or move for long periods
• Must be comfortable in a veterinary setting with exposure to animals and potential infectious diseases

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible Schedules
• Employee Discounts
• Career development and training opportunities We value your growth and offer a clear path to advance within the hospital—from technician certification to leadership roles in specialty or management.