Veterinary Assistant

Abqpetcarehospital; West Windsor (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in West Windsor, NJ, is looking for a full-time veterinary assistant to provide compassionate care for animals. The role involves monitoring pets, assisting in treatments, and maintaining inventory while ensuring high-quality veterinary services. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of veterinary experience. Compensation includes hourly wages ranging from $16 to $18 and benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary appointment experience preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in constant motion.
• Comfortable working with sick animals and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in recovery post-surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stock supplies.
• Aide with routine diagnostic tests such as blood collection.

Skills

Veterinary assistance

Customer service

Animal care

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, dependable, enthusiastic professional to join our highly qualified team as a full‑time veterinary assistant, looking to expand and develop your career!

Our AAHA accredited hospital offers high‑quality veterinary services in a modern facility, with in‑house diagnostics, lab, pharmacy, digital X‑ray, laser, surgery, acupuncture and much more. The practice is well established with a dedicated clientele and focuses on quality, preventive medicine and comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care, in‑house laboratory, pain management services, 24‑hour nursing care and boarding options for our feline friends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aide with routine diagnostic tests (vital signs, radiographs, bloodwork, sample collection)
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas
• Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feed and bathe animals
• Answer phones and provide customer service
• Help clients with their pets

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education, and/or experience
• Minimum 1 year of veterinary appointment experience performing above duties; preferred
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, clean, and work in constant motion
• Comfortable working with sick animals, hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
• Hourly wage strongly dependent on experience

Compensation and Benefits

Job Type: Part‑Time or Full‑time

Hourly base range: $16–$18 (determined by role, level, location, skills, experience, and education)

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10‑hour shift
• 8‑hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed
• Ongoing holidays and overtime as scheduled

Location

In‑person work at our hospital

EEO Statement

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 applicable regulations, we will consider qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the law.