Veterinary Assistant Brooklyn, NY

Northside Veterinary Clinic; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) match

Referral bonus

Job summary

Northside Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure high standards of animal care and customer service while supporting the team during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.

This full-time position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, pet discounts, a 401(k) with company match, and an employee referral bonus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in disinfection and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Medical records

Client communication

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Northside Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant

to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $24 - $27 per hour,determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 35–40 hours per week, four 10-hour shifts. Candidates must have availability Monday through Friday (8:45 AM–6:00 PM) and Saturdays (8:45 AM–4:00 PM).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Must have 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Northside Veterinary Clinic

Northside Veterinary Clinic was established in 1997 and is in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Here at Northside, we have carefully cultivated an atmosphere that is comfortable, welcoming, and calming, ensuring that both pets and their owners feel at ease from the moment they step through our doors. Every patient is entitled to treatment rooted in care, respect, and understanding. We have built upon those core values to create a full-service, state-of-the-art animal hospital and trusted staple of our community. In addition to routine and emergency care, we also offer alternative therapies such as Chinese and Western herbal therapy, acupuncture, shockwave therapy, craniosacral therapy, and laser therapy, providing a holistic approach to pet care.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

Are you at least 18 years of age or older?

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

This role requires prior experience in the veterinary field.

Are you available to work the following hours?4 - ten-hour shifts, Monday through Friday (8:45 AM–6:00 PM) and rotating Saturdays (8:45 AM–4:00 PM).

Are you able to fulfill the job duties and responsibilities of the position for which you are applying?