Veterinary Assistant - Growth, Benefits, Flexible Hours

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Centreville; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Full-time or part-time hours are available, with a schedule that includes evenings, and alternating Saturdays.

You will work alongside experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure high-quality animal care and customer service. The role involves assisting during examinations and surgeries, restraining animals, preparing exam rooms, performing basic lab work, administering medications, and

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medications, and using diagnostic equipment.
• 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 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
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Skills

Animal care experience

Veterinary clinic experience

Medical terminology

Job description

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Full-time or part-time hours are available, with a schedule that includes evenings, and alternating Saturdays.

You will work alongside experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure high-quality animal care and customer service. The role involves assisting during examinations and surgeries, restraining animals, preparing exam rooms, performing basic lab work, administering medications, and