Veterinary Assistant — Grow with a Collaborative Team

GoodVets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts on veterinary care

Job summary

GoodVets is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering high-quality medical care while keeping the hospital clean, organized, and welcoming for patients and clients. This role offers hands-on opportunities to grow skills within a collaborative, growth-minded team.

You will assist with exams, treatments, and diagnostics, maintain stocked areas, and help with anesthesia, imaging, and surgery prep, all while ensuring safety and compassion in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or veterinary setting preferred.
• Compassionate, team-first attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Safely restrain animals for exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and label samples for diagnostic testing.
• Prepare surgical and exam rooms, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Observe and report signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.
• Keep exam and treatment areas fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assist with medication dispensing and ensure accurate patient records.
• Support technicians in prepping patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics.
• Stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely around anesthesia, radiation, and potential exposure to infectious diseases.]
• COMPANY NAME: GoodVets
• KEY POINTS: Support doctors and technicians, animal care focus, flexible team

Skills

Animal care experience

Team player

Multitasking

Flexible scheduling

Willing to learn

Job description

GoodVets is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering high-quality medical care while keeping the hospital clean, organized, and welcoming for patients and clients. This role offers hands-on opportunities to grow skills within a collaborative, growth-minded team.

You will assist with exams, treatments, and diagnostics, maintain stocked areas, and help with anesthesia, imaging, and surgery prep, all while ensuring safety and compassion in a fast-paced