Veterinary Assistant: Flexible PT/FT with Pet Discounts

Veterinary Practice Partners; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital in Hewitt, NJ is hiring a full-time or part-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality care. The role includes assisting with exams, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, and maintaining clean, well-equipped exam rooms.

You will also manage basic lab work, administer medications, and engage with pet owners regarding care plans.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, 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.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting samples for analysis.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
• Greet clients and their pets, complete appointment sign-in, and escort to exam rooms.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate care plans to clients.

Skills

Animal restraint

Veterinary support

Customer communication

Tools

Disinfection procedures

Medication administration

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital in Hewitt, NJ is hiring a full-time or part-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality care. The role includes assisting with exams, treatments, and surgeries, restraining animals safely, and maintaining clean, well-equipped exam rooms.

You will also manage basic lab work, administer medications, and engage with pet owners regarding care plans.