Veterinary Assistant

Bark Avenue Veterinary Services; Riverdale (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing veterinary team at Bark Avenue Veterinary Services as a Veterinary Assistant. You will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate care to pets while enjoying a supportive workplace culture with various benefits, including work-life balance and paid time off.

Benefits

Unlimited Unpaid Time Off

No Overnights, Ever

Paid Lunch Breaks

Free Doctor Exams for Staff Pets

Holiday Bonus

40% of Health Insurance Premiums Covered

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Confidence in drawing blood and placing IV catheters.
• Fear Free Certified or willing to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Deliver client communication and pet parent education.
• Take detailed patient histories and input notes into electronic medical records.

Skills

Client Communication

Compassionate Care

Detail-oriented

Job description

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Veterinary Assistant (Experienced) – Join the Bark Avenue Team!

Location: Riverdale, NJ

Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: 3+ Years

At Bark Avenue Veterinary Services, we don’t just treat pets—we help them live their best day ever. Inspired by the magic of Central Park and the charm of NYC, we’ve created a whimsical, low-stress environment where every furry bestie (and their human) feels seen, supported, and celebrated.

We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who brings clinical expertise, kindness, and a concierge-level touch to every patient and client interaction. You’ll be an essential part of a team that goes the extra mile—whether that’s comforting a nervous pup, helping a client understand treatment options, or keeping our hospital sparkling clean and ready for the next adventure.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, administer medications, and run in-house lab tests (Idexx)
• Deliver thoughtful, confident client communication and expert pet parent education
• Take detailed patient histories and input notes into electronic medical records
• Provide compassionate nursing care including wound care, bandaging, and post-op support
• Take high-quality radiographs (bonus if you’re comfortable with dental rads!)
• Keep treatment areas clean, sterilize instruments, and help us maintain our beautiful space
• Collaborate with a fun, supportive team that loves learning, laughter, and leveling up care

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician
• Confidence in drawing blood and placing IV catheters
• Comfortable with client communication and passionate about pet parent education
• Fear Free Certified or willing to become certified (we’ll support you!)
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Comfortable using in-house lab machines and digital radiography
• Enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced, high-touch, low-stress environment
• Bonus points if you love NYC vibes, park walks, and elevating everyday moments for pets

Why Bark Avenue?

At Bark Ave, every pet is a bestie—and every team member is family. We’re building something special: a place where medical excellence meets heartfelt service, and where our patients feel like VIPs (Very Important Pets).

We’re a growing, one-doctor startup with big dreams and bold vibes! As we build something special from the ground up, we’re creating a culture rooted in compassion, concierge-level care, and serious team support. Our current schedule is designed to give clients options beyond the 9–5—and give our team meaningful breaks, too.

We believe in nurturing our team with professional growth, joyful workplace culture, and purpose-driven work. Your skills, your voice, and your love for animals will be celebrated here.

Ready to help pets live their best life ever?

Apply now or DM us with questions—we can’t wait to meet you.

Clinic hours (Subject to change as we grow):

Monday: 9 AM – 5 PM

Friday & Saturday: 12 PM – 10 PM

Sunday: 8 AM – 12 PM

If you're energized by building something new and being part of a tight-knit crew that goes the extra mile, this might just be your perfect fit.

Why Choose a Career at Bark Avenue?

Because we believe the best care starts with a team that feels supported, valued, and inspired. Whether you’re joining us as a vet tech, CSR, or assistant, here’s what makes working at Bark Ave feel like the best day ever:

Work-Life Balance, for Real

• Unlimited Unpaid Time Off for support staff—we trust you to know when you need rest. Just give us as much notice as possible so we can keep the team running smoothly. Subject to manager approval.
• No Overnights, Ever. We’re not an emergency hospital. You won’t be on-call or working overnight. Period.
• Closed on Major (and some Minor) Holidays. You should be with your family, friends, or furry BFFs on holidays—not at work.

A Kind, Respectful Workplace

• No Tolerance for Toxic Clients. We protect our team first. If a client is rude, disrespectful, or abusive, they’re not welcome back.
• A Culture of Purpose. Got a special skill or interest? We want to hear about it. From dental techs to social media stars, we love helping team members grow into roles that light them up.
• Be a Builder. We’re growing—and there’s something special about helping shape the practice from the ground up with a team that truly cares.
• Staff Pet Discounts: Free doctor exams and generous staff pet discounts.
• Paid Lunch Breaks (when staying in the building) because rest matters.
• Holiday Bonus: One week before Black Friday to make the season extra sweet.
• 40% of Health Insurance Premiums Covered

PTO That Grows With You

• Separate Sick Time & PTO
• After 1 year: +1 week PTO
• After 3 years: +1 more week PTO

Consistent scheduling – Predictable hours with protected lunch breaks

No skipped meals, ever – You’re not missing a meal on our clock. We believe veterinary professionals shouldn’t have to sacrifice their well-being to serve others.

We check in because we care – We don’t just hire and forget. We schedule regular 1:1s to talk goals—both short and long term—and build an action plan together. We’re your hype and action squad.

Team that’s all in – Supportive coworkers, collaborative leadership, and a positive, low-stress culture

Celebrations & surprises – Team outings, thoughtful gifts, and little extras that make work feel wonderful

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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