Veterinary Assistant — Four‑Day Week + Growth Path

Parkside Veterinary Hospital; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Six paid holidays

Employee discount program

Job summary

Parkside Veterinary Hospital in New York is hiring a Veterinary Assistant. This full-time role offers a four-day workweek with no nights, weekends, or major holidays, a pay range of $17–$19 per hour, and a robust benefits package including health coverage, retirement matching, tuition support, and pet discounts.

You’ll join a dedicated team committed to compassionate animal care and client service. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians and technicians, handling animals safely,

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary field experience preferred
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
• Comfort working in a hands-on veterinary environment

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care
• Provide safe and compassionate animal handling and restraint
• Prepare exam and treatment areas for patients
• Support the team during appointments, treatments, and procedures
• Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked patient-care areas
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and teammates
• Jump in where needed to support an efficient hospital workflow

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Hands-on veterinary environment

Job description

Parkside Veterinary Hospital in New York is hiring a Veterinary Assistant. This full-time role offers a four-day workweek with no nights, weekends, or major holidays, a pay range of $17–$19 per hour, and a robust benefits package including health coverage, retirement matching, tuition support, and pet discounts.

You’ll join a dedicated team committed to compassionate animal care and client service. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians and technicians, handling animals safely,