Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Mentorship & Team Care

NVA General Practice; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Retirement plan options

Opportunities for advancement and成长

Job summary

Sachem Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced practice. You’ll restrain patients, prepare exam rooms, collect histories, and assist with diagnostics while promoting compassionate care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a proactive attitude to learn and grow with an experienced medical team. Benefits include competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Assists veterinarians during exams and treatments.
• Safely restrains patients for procedures.
• Educates clients on basic patient care and preventative medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians and technicians during examinations and treatments
• Safely restraining patients for procedures
• Preparing exam rooms and treatment areas
• Collecting patient histories and obtaining vital signs
• Assisting with laboratory testing and diagnostics
• Preparing surgical patients and monitoring recovery
• Educating clients on basic patient care and preventative medicine
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment and hospital areas
• Working collaboratively to keep patient care and hospital workflow running smoothly

Skills

Examination assistance

Patient handling

Team collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Education

Veterinary experience (preferred)

Tools

Laboratory testing

Medical records

Job description

Sachem Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced practice. You’ll restrain patients, prepare exam rooms, collect histories, and assist with diagnostics while promoting compassionate care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a proactive attitude to learn and grow with an experienced medical team. Benefits include competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.