Veterinary Assistant//Inventory Manager

Alliance Animal Health; Carmel (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a leading veterinary practice dedicated to providing top-notch care for companion animals. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of pets through hands-on care and effective communication with pet owners. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment while contributing to the health and happiness of animals. With a focus on continuous development and a variety of benefits, this role is perfect for someone looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners in a charming community just an hour from New York City.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision)

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Experience in inventory management and audits required.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels, ensuring stock availability and accuracy.
• Assist in pet care, triage, and diagnostic procedures.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Inventory Management

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Avimark

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Company Description
Companion Pet Hospital is thrilled to offer world-class service to companion animals while continually expanding our knowledge and skillsets. Our hospital has been AAHA-accredited for twenty-five years, and we are proud to be certified as a Fear-Free and Cat-Friendly Practice. Our hospital is host to a very experienced team that delivers individualized, respectful services with an emphasis on owner education. Companion Pet Hospital is regularly active in the community that has given so much back to us. We currently partner with several rescue groups to provide physical exams to shelter animals.

No matter the service, we strive to ensure we are offering pets the best possible attention and care they can receive, whether that is preventative care, dentistry, or surgery. We offer personalized health care packages for puppies and kittens, mature adults, and animals in their senior years. Our in-clinic diagnostics consist of laboratory capabilities and digital radiography. Companion Pet Hospital is equipped with the latest technology to perform routine and more complex surgeries. We offer spays and neuters in addition to soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery if necessary. To maximize pet wellness, our team specializes in integrative medicine techniques including laser therapy and acupuncture when pets are not responding to conventional medicine.

Carmel is a historic village in the southern region of New York. An hour north of New York City, Carmel is full of rustic trails, wildlife sanctuaries, and lakes so calm and clear that the reflection is picture-perfect. Centered around a bustling downtown strip, you can tour haunted hotels and dine in local eateries. This charming area is full of historic homes in spacious lots. Many young professionals have fallen in love with the area and choose to make the 60-mile commute to NYC daily. Carmel provides those looking to spread out and relax a healthy life balance with access to all New York City has to offer.

Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s inventory levels, ensuring stock availability, and maintaining proper inventory records. The role involves tracking inventory flow, conducting regular audits, and working closely with purchasing, sales, and warehouse teams to streamline operations.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications
We’re looking for:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies between physical and system records.
• Prepare and present reports on inventory performance, product availability, and potential issues to management.
• Previous use of Avimark is preferred.
• Leadership experience.
• Inventory management experience.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information
Pay Range: $18-$21 to commensurate with experience

We Offer Our Staff

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment status vs part-time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit this link.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Customer Service

Industries

Veterinary Services, Medical Practices, and Hospitals and Health Care