Veterinary Assistant, Dix Hills, New York

Suveto; Town of Huntington (NY); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Dix Hills Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team in a General Practice setting. You will assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, while delivering compassionate care to patients and their owners.

The position requires excellent communication, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital or similar setting.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and veterinary terminology.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and restrain animals safely.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their owners
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of hospital and equipment
• Handle and restrain animals safely and effectively
• Participate in the care and feeding of hospitalized patients
• Adhere to hospital core values, policies and procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure the highest standard of patient care

Kenntnisse

Vet hospital experience

Animal care basics

Animal restraint

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Weekend/holiday availability

Willingness to learn

Compassion for animals

Jobbeschreibung

Dix Hills Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is looking for an experienced fulltime Veterinary Assistants to join our Team!

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role will involve assisting our veterinarians in General Practice settings. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their owners
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of hospital and equipment
• Handle and restrain animals safely and effectively
• Participate in the care and feeding of hospitalized patients
• Adhere to hospital core values, policies and procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure the highest standard of patient care

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is preferred
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Dix Hills Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.