Veterinary Assistant

Pure Paws Veterinary Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is hiring a full-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!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medications, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

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 and collect samples.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, stock supplies, and ensure sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Effective communication

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is hiring a full-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

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
• Annual Uniform Allowance – Receive $100 each year to help you feel comfortable and professional on the job.

Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This full-time position, scheduled shifts on Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 AM–7:30 PM; Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; and Saturday, 9:30 AM–4:30 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

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionally.

About Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is a modern, full-service animal hospital proudly serving the Brooklyn community. We offer personalized, high-quality care through comprehensive wellness services, dentistry, advanced diagnostics, and surgery. Our team takes a whole-pet approach, creating customized care plans to support each pet’s health and happiness.

We’re a compassionate, collaborative team dedicated to strengthening the bond between pets and their families. Join us and be part of a warm, supportive practice that puts exceptional patient care at the heart of everything we do.

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