Veterinary Assistant Brooklyn, NY

Northside Veterinary Clinic; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 33 000 - 37 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Resumo da oferta

Northside Veterinary Clinic in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our team. This full-time role requires at least 2 years of experience, strong animal handling skills, and the ability to assist vets during exams, treatments, and surgeries.

You will prepare rooms, perform routine labs, manage medical records, and communicate care plans with pet owners. We offer comprehensive benefits, a supportive work-life balance, and opportunities to work with a

Qualificações

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under a veterinarian's supervision.
• Communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-up visits.
• Maintain medical records and clinic cleanliness.

Conhecimentos

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal handling

Medical record keeping

Communication with pet owners

Ferramentas

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Medical laboratory equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.