Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Care & Growth Opportunities

Inwood Animal Clinic; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k plan

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Continuing education support

Job summary

Inwood Animal Clinic in New York, NY is seeking a motivated Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians with patient care, treatments, and surgeries. You will restrain animals safely, obtain blood samples, assist with IV catheters, and help with postoperative care while delivering compassionate client service.

Whether you have hands-on experience or are pursuing your Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials, this role offers part-time or full-time opportunities with weekly pay and

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of veterinary experience preferred, ideally with hands‑on treatment experience.
• Experience assisting with blood draws, IV catheter placement, and surgical procedures is a plus.
• Candidates currently enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program or actively pursuing their Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials are encouraged to apply.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when assisting with treatments, medications, and patient monitoring.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently in a fast‑paced veterinary environment.
• A dependable team player with a positive, can‑do attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work around typical veterinary clinic odors and noises, with potential exposure to animal bites, scratches, waste, and contagious conditions while following established safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Safely and confidently restrain dogs of all sizes, including large breeds, and cats with varying temperaments.
• Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with patient care, treatments, and medical procedures.
• Provide hands‑on treatment support, including obtaining blood samples, assisting with blood draws, and placing IV catheters when trained and authorized.
• Assist with surgical preparation, patient monitoring, surgical procedures, and post‑operative care.
• Monitor patients and communicate any changes in their condition to the veterinary team.
• Support pharmacy operations by preparing medications, maintaining inventory, and becoming familiar with common veterinary medications and protocols.
• Ensure prescriptions are accurately labeled and prepared for client pickup while following clinic safety procedures.
• Educate clients on basic pet care and communicate professionally with clients in person and over the phone.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
• Demonstrate reliability, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing excellent patient care.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Blood draws

IV catheter placement

Surgical support

Client communication

Education

LVT candidate

Job description

Inwood Animal Clinic in New York, NY is seeking a motivated Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians with patient care, treatments, and surgeries. You will restrain animals safely, obtain blood samples, assist with IV catheters, and help with postoperative care while delivering compassionate client service.

Whether you have hands-on experience or are pursuing your Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials, this role offers part-time or full-time opportunities with weekly pay and