Veterinary Assistant

Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Flexible spending options

Medical, dental, vision

Pet discounts

Job summary

Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital in Shirley, NY is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a caring team. This is a full-time or part-time position with a starting salary from $17 per hour and open availability, including boarding shifts on Sundays.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will support veterinarians and technicians, restrain patients when needed, prepare treatment areas, and help maintain a clean, welcoming hospital environment. We value teamwork and compassion.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred.
• Compassion for animals and the people who love them.
• A positive attitude and collaborative mindset.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• A willingness to learn and continue growing professionally.
• Reliability, initiative, and strong organizational skills.
• A genuine commitment to teamwork and kindness.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and medical procedures.
• Safely restrain patients during examinations and treatments.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients.
• Support daily hospital operations and help maintain an efficient workflow.
• Deliver exceptional care while creating positive experiences for every patient and client.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure outstanding service and patient care.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Reliability and initiative

Organizational skills

Client service

Job description

Who we are:

Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: From $17 per hour
Schedule: Open Availability - Monday - Saturday, Boarding Shifts on Sunday

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, referral bonuses, and flexible spending options for eligible team members

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees, generous paid time off, employee pet discounts, paid parental leave, and wellness-focused benefits

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, uniform allowance, and opportunities to build your veterinary career

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Flexible scheduling, coffee runs, ice cream parties, team meals, an Employee Assistance Program, and a culture built around kindness and teamwork

Looking for a Veterinary Assistant position where you'll be valued, supported, and encouraged to grow every day?

At Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital, we're building something special—and we'd love for you to be part of it. We're searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who brings compassion, curiosity, teamwork, and a genuine passion for helping pets and the people who love them.

Our mission is to create healthier lives for our patients and their families, and everything we do starts with one simple motto: "Be Kind." We believe kindness should extend to our patients, our clients, and one another. If you're looking for a hospital where collaboration is genuine, ideas are welcomed, and every team member is encouraged to succeed, you've found the right place.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• Join a positive, collaborative veterinary team that truly enjoys working together
• Enjoy flexible scheduling that supports a healthy work-life balance
• Build your skills through mentorship, continuing education, and professional development
• Share your ideas and contribute to a hospital that embraces growth and innovation
• Make a meaningful difference for pets, their families, and your community
• Enjoy a workplace where kindness, respect, and teamwork aren't just words—they're how we operate every day

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and medical procedures
• Safely restrain patients during examinations and treatments
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
• Support daily hospital operations and help maintain an efficient workflow
• Deliver exceptional care while creating positive experiences for every patient and client
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure outstanding service and patient care

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred
• Compassion for animals and the people who love them
• A positive attitude and collaborative mindset
• Strong communication and client service skills
• A willingness to learn and continue growing professionally
• Reliability, initiative, and strong organizational skills
• A genuine commitment to teamwork and kindness

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a team that celebrates one another's successes, supports each other through challenges, and believes learning should be enjoyable. Whether it's mentoring opportunities, coffee runs, ice cream parties, or simply knowing your teammates have your back, we've built a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) Matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Coffee runs, ice cream parties, and team meals

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a Veterinary Assistant position where kindness comes first, teamwork is genuine, and your professional growth is encouraged every step of the way, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and become part of the Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital family!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.