Veterinary Assistant

Hilton Hospital For Animals Llc; Village of Lynbrook (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

A local animal hospital in Lynbrook is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant. This part-time role offers competitive hourly pay between $17 and $19, with a focus on patient care in a supportive environment. Join our dedicated team to assist during exams and treatments while ensuring a clean hospital and clear communication with clients. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in teamwork and is passionate about animal care.

Qualifications

• Veterinary assistant experience is required.
• Ability to handle pressure and multitask effectively.
• Strong communication skills with clients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors with exams and treatments.
• Safely restrain patients using low-stress techniques.
• Keep the hospital organized and clean.
• Educate clients about their pets' care.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Calm under pressure

Strong multitasking

Compassionate communication

Reliability

Job description

Overview

Hilton Hospital for Animals is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Part-time

Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour based on experience

Schedule: Monday through Wednesday with possible additional weekday and weekend coverage

Benefits

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, up to three weeks of paid parental leave, generous PTO, and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves great medicine, teamwork, and a positive vibe? Join the dedicated crew at Hilton Hospital for Animals! We hold ourselves to the highest standards of patient care—and we believe caring for our patients starts with caring for each other. Expect a supportive and fun environment with genuine opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, close-knit team that collaborates and celebrates wins
• Predictable, consistent scheduling and genuine work–life balance
• A culture that values kindness, curiosity, and growth

What You’ll Do

• Assist doctors and techs during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Use low-stress handling to safely restrain patients
• Prepare rooms, maintain cleanliness, and keep the hospital stocked and organized
• Educate clients with warmth and clear communication
• Support lab work, sample collection, and basic patient care as directed

What You Bring

• Veterinary assistant experience (required)
• Calm under pressure, strong multitasking, and a team-first mindset
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and colleagues
• Reliability, professionalism, and a love for pets (of course!)
• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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)
• 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 child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Think you are the Veterinary Assistant we've been longing for? Fantastic! Apply today so we can get this ball rolling!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Hilton Hospital for Animals 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.