Veterinary Assistant

Thrive Pet Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

FREE CE courses

Paid parental leave

Mental health resources

Pet perks

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a passionate Veterinary Assistant for Animal General in New York, NY. This full-time role involves assisting Veterinarians during procedures and educating clients about medical care. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with at least 1 year of animal husbandry experience.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $18 to $22/hr, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, and 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in animal husbandry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk throughout the day.
• Inventory/purchasing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Communicating and educating clients on medical procedures.
• Assisting DVMs and LVTs during procedures.
• Maintaining a sterile environment for treatment and surgery.
• Updating and maintaining medical records.
• Dispensing pharmaceuticals as required.
• Managing inventory and orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Animal care experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAS or higher

Job description

Description

Veterinary Assistant

Animal General

New York, NY

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

An upbeat, self‑starter who is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail. 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.

Job Duties

• Communicating and educating clients on medical procedures and next steps.
• Assisting DVMs and LVTs with patients during pre‑op, surgery, and post‑op.
• Stocking exam and treatment rooms with supplies, maintaining a sterile environment for treatment, x‑ray, surgery, labs, and isolation wards.
• Utilizing computer information systems to record patient history, update, and maintain medical records.
• Precisely dispensing pharmaceuticals as required.
• Placing weekly inventory orders, managing on‑hand inventory, receiving shipments, and processing returns/damaged goods.

Job 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.
• Inventory/purchasing experience preferred but not required.

About The Hospital

At Animal General, we provide primary veterinary care for dogs and cats on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. We honor the bond between pets and their people and are committed to protecting that relationship through compassionate care, open communication, and the highest ethical and medical standards.

Being prepared with a trusted veterinarian makes all the difference in your pet’s long‑term health. Our experienced veterinary team is here to deliver thoughtful, high‑quality care for pets and families throughout New York City.

Benefits

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• 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.

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with a starting rate ranging from $18–22/hr. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.