Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Town of Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) with match

Referral bonus $1,000

Job summary

Ark Veterinary Hospital and Urgent Care in Henrietta, NY is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our skilled team. You will support veterinarians during examinations, handle animals with care, prepare rooms, and assist with basic laboratory tests and medications.

The role requires at least 1 year of veterinary experience, comfort with diagnostic equipment, and strong communication with pet owners. Enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and pet discounts.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Veterinary experience

Disinfection procedures

Medication administration

Diagnostic equipment operation

Animal handling

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Ark Veterinary Hospital and Urgent Care is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What To Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $20.00-$23.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Open 7 days a week, year-round (Monday–Sunday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM). Weekend schedules are flexible and may include rotating weekends, all Sundays off with Saturdays worked, or all Saturdays off with Sundays worked. Some holiday coverage required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Ark Veterinary Hospital And Urgent Care

Ark Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care has been a trusted part of the Henrietta and Rochester communities since 2018, offering top-quality care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Founded by Dr. Christina Seidel, our hospital provides both general veterinary services and urgent care, making us one of the few exotic urgent care centers in the area. We are dedicated to exceptional patient care, community involvement, and supporting local shelters through spay/neuter services and veterinary care.

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