Veterinary Assistant — Hands-On Care & Growth Path

Pure Paws Veterinary Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us.

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medications, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical 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 and collect samples.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, stock supplies, and ensure sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Effective communication

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Clinton Hill is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us.

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!