Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor; Village of Lynbrook (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Lynbrook, New York, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant. This full or part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $18 to $21 based on experience. The ideal candidate will assist with exams, treatments, and procedures while ensuring a clean and organized environment. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team culture. Applicants must have previous veterinary assistant experience and a passion for animal care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors during exams and procedures.
• Use low-stress handling techniques on patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the hospital.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Calm under pressure

Strong multitasking

Clear communication

Reliability

Professionalism

Love for pets

Job description

Overview

Hilton Hospital for Animals is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full or part-time

Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour based on experience

Schedule: Monday-Tuesday 8a-7p, Friday 8a-5p, Sat 8a-3p

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

Financial Benefits: Hilton Hospital for Animals is looking for a full time, experienced veterinary assistant to add to our dedicated team. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow.

Additional Benefits:

• 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)
• 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 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
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

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!)

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.