Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Team Care & Ownership

Suveto; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VSOP grants

Stock ownership plan

Job summary

Heart of Chelsea Veterinary Group in Chelsea, New York, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, has an opening for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This role supports veterinarians and technicians across hospital areas with compassion and solid work ethic.

The ideal candidate loves animals, communicates well, and thrives in a busy environment. Strong physical ability and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is preferred.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate nature

Multitasking

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Heart of Chelsea Veterinary Group in Chelsea, New York, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, has an opening for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This role supports veterinarians and technicians across hospital areas with compassion and solid work ethic.

The ideal candidate loves animals, communicates well, and thrives in a busy environment. Strong physical ability and willingness to learn are essential.