Veterinary Assistant

Valhalla-Animal-Hospital; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Em

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Job summary

Valhalla Animal Hospital in Valhalla, NY is seeking a motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our hands-on care team. You will support clinicians with patient care, treatment procedures, and surgical prep in a busy clinic environment.

We welcome candidates with 1–2 years of veterinary experience or those pursuing LVT credentials. Part-time or full-time opportunities are available, with a competitive hourly pay and strong growth potential in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of veterinary experience preferred, ideally with hands-on treatment experience.
• Experience assisting with blood draws, IV catheter placement, and surgical procedures is a plus.
• Candidates enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program or pursuing LVT credentials are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain dogs and cats with varying temperaments.
• Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with patient care and procedures.
• Provide hands-on treatment support including blood draws and IV catheter placement.
• Assist with surgical preparation, monitoring, procedures, and postoperative care.
• Educate clients on basic pet care and communicate professionally.

Skills

Veterinary assistance

Blood draws

IV catheter placement

Surgical assistance

Client communication

Education

Veterinary Technician program enrollment

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials in progress

Tools

Surgical instruments

Pharmacy operations

IV catheter kits

Job description

Valhalla Animal Hospital is located at 2 Columbus Ave, Valhalla, NY 10595. Before applying, please take a moment to make sure the commute is a good fit for you. We want this opportunity to be a great match for both you and our team!

Valhalla Animal Hospital is a well-established veterinary medicine provider in southern New York. For more than thirty years, our devoted team has provided personal, loving care to earn the highest customer satisfaction rating in the area. We are dedicated to providing a high standard of service for our clients while providing support and guidance to pet owners. We pride ourselves on maintaining long-term relationships with clients from their puppy or kitten stages to adult years.

Valhalla Animal Hospital is equipped with the latest innovations and medical capabilities. We provide wellness, dentistry, surgical, and emergency care. Many patients look to us as their one-stop for all their needs. Our clinic is equipped with an in-house laboratory, pharmacy, and radiology to optimize our range of diagnostics. We utilize laser therapy to reduce pain and recovery time in our surgical suites.

• Safely and confidently restrain dogs of all sizes, including large breeds, and cats with varying temperaments.
• Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with patient care, treatments, and medical procedures.
• Provide hands-on treatment support, including obtaining blood samples, assisting with blood draws, and placing IV catheters when trained and authorized.
• Assist with surgical preparation, patient monitoring, surgical procedures, and post-operative care.
• Monitor patients and communicate any changes in their condition to the veterinary team.
• Support pharmacy operations by preparing medications, maintaining inventory, and becoming familiar with common veterinary medications and protocols.
• Ensure prescriptions are accurately labeled and prepared for client pickup while following clinic safety procedures.
• Educate clients on basic pet care and communicate professionally with clients in person and over the phone.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
• Demonstrate reliability, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• 1–2 years of veterinary experience preferred, ideally with hands-on treatment experience.
• Experience assisting with blood draws, IV catheter placement, and surgical procedures is a plus.
• Candidates currently enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program or actively pursuing their Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials are encouraged to apply.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when assisting with treatments, medications, and patient monitoring.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
• A dependable team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work around typical veterinary clinic odors and noises, with potential exposure to animal bites, scratches, waste, and contagious conditions while following established safety protocols.

Schedule:Part-time or full-time opportunities available!

We’re looking for a motivated Veterinary Assistant who enjoys hands-on patient care and wants to grow their skills in treatment and surgery. Whether you bring previous experience or are currently working toward your LVT credentials, we’d love to hear from you!

Additional Information

Pay Range: $22–$23/hr, based on level of experience

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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