Veterinary Assistant

Maywood-Veterinary-Clinic; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO & parental leave

Dental coverage

CE platform

401(k) with match

Incentive programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Maywood Veterinary Clinic in Maywood, NJ is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about compassionate care for patients, clients, and teammates. The role supports doctors, technicians, and front desk tasks, helping maintain smooth daily workflows in a busy, 5-doctor practice.

You will assist with restraint, exams, treatments, room prep, equipment setup, and client communication. A positive, team-oriented attitude and reliability are essential as you contribute to

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred (on-the-job training available for the right candidate)
• Comfortable assisting with animal handling, restraint, and basic patient care
• Willingness to learn clinical skills and support technicians and doctors
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work rotating Saturdays
• A positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient restraint, exams, treatments, and basic procedures
• Help prepare rooms, equipment, and patients for appointments and surgery
• Support technicians and DVMs during procedures and daily workflow
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment
• Assist with client communication, patient check-ins, and discharge support

Skills

Vet Assistant experience

Animal handling

Team player

Job description

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Veterinary Assistant

Non-Vet Labor Maywood Veterinary Clinic, Maywood, NJ, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 4655

Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Maywood Veterinary Clinic – Maywood, NJ

Full-Time Veterinary Assistant
Location: Maywood, NJ
Schedule: Full-time | Saturday Rotation
Pay Range: $17-$19 per hour (Based on experience)

Our 5-doctor, small animal hospital is looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Technician who’s passionate about quality medicine and making a positive impact on pets, clients, and the team.

We’re a hospital that focuses on high-quality medicine and compassionate care for patients, clients, our community, and each other. From preventive medicine to routine illness care, surgeries, dental procedures, radiographs, and in-house lab work—we do it all with teamwork, empathy, and a smile.

What You Bring to the Table:

Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred (on-the-job training available for the right candidate)

Comfortable assisting with animal handling, restraint, and basic patient care

Willingness to learn clinical skills and support technicians and doctors

Reliable, adaptable, and able to work rotating Saturdays

A positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills

Someone who shows up ready to help and contribute to a great culture

What You’ll Do:

Assist with patient restraint, exams, treatments, and basic procedures

Help prepare rooms, equipment, and patients for appointments and surgery

Support technicians and DVMs during procedures and daily workflow

Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment

Assist with client communication, patient check-ins, and discharge support

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay + monthly bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
• Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
• Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA-specific content
• 401(k) with employer match
• Incentive programs recognizing team contributions
• Internal mobility and advancement opportunities across the CVP network