Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Town of Mansfield (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is looking for a Veterinary Assistant based in Town of Mansfield, NY. This role is pivotal in supporting the veterinary team to provide quality care to animals and excellent service to clients. Responsibilities include assisting in patient care, maintaining supplies, and administering medications. Ideal candidates should enjoy working with animals, demonstrate multitasking skills, and work effectively with the team. NVA offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Able to multitask and work as a team player.
• Enjoys working with animals even under stress.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience is a plus.
• Capable of lifting 40 lbs independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets post-surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during procedures.
• Administer medications under supervision.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Multitasking

Job description

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. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)
• 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

Qualifications

• Must be 18 yrs old or older
• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job: lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.); should be able to lift 40 lbs on own
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members

If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.