Veterinary Assistant

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Hospital

Job summary

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic in Princeton, NJ is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our AAHA-accredited hospital. This full-time/part-time role focuses on patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, assisting with surgeries and diagnostics, and helping clients with their pets.

You will maintain inventory, sterilize equipment, restrain animals for procedures, and support the entire team in a fast-paced, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties; preferred.
• Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, lifting up to 50 pounds, cleaning, and constant motion.
• Work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in care after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Assist with routine diagnostic tests (vital signs, radiographs, bloodwork, sample collection)
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas
• Administer medications under supervision
• Feeding and bathing animals
• Answer phones and help clients with their pets

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Strong work ethic

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Type: Support Staff

Description & Requirements

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, dependable, enthusiastic professional to join ourhighly qualified teamas a full-time veterinary assistant, looking to expand and develop your career!

OurAAHA accreditedhospital offers high quality veterinary services in a modern facility, with in-house diagnostics, lab, pharmacy, digital xray, laser, surgery, acupuncture and much more! Our thriving practice is well established with a dedicated clientele. We recognize the importance of therelationships between humans and animalsand we see our clients and patients as extended family. Our hospital focuses on quality, preventive medicine and comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care, in-house laboratory, pain management services, 24-hour nursing care and various boarding options for our fluffy feline friends.

The ideal candidate must have agreat work ethic,possessstrong customer service skills,be self-motivated, observant and team focused. We work in a fast paced environment and always have our patients as our #1 priority. Also, a great sense of humor is always welcome!

Tasks include:

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

Job Description Overview:

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. vital signs, radiographs, bloodwork, collecting samples)
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feeding/bathing animals
• Answering phones
• Helping clients with their pets

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
• Minimum 1 year of of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties; preferred.
• Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires a lot of lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Hourly wage strongly dependent on experience!

Job Type: Part-Time or Full-time

Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience: Veterinary Technician experience preferred

The base hourly range for this position is $16-$18. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Hospital

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)