Veterinary Assistant Job – Wynantskill, NY

EverVet Partners; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

401K Plan with Employer Match

Maternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Life and Disability Insurance

Discount Programs

Discounted Veterinary Care

On-Demand Pay Options

Referral Bonus

Job summary

EverVet Partners through 4 Paws Veterinary Care is seeking a Veterinary Assistant in New York to support doctors, technicians and clients. You will assist in exams, radiology, patient restraint, and daily treatments for hospitalized animals, ensuring high standards of care and client communication.

The role offers benefits such as health plans, PTO, 401(k) and tuition assistance for further veterinary technician training, with opportunities to grow within a supportive veterinary network.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting veterinarians and technicians preferred.
• Strong communication with clients and team.
• Ability to restrain animals safely and handle medical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Manage patient restraint and radiology support.
• Communicate with clients about care and treatment plans.
• Maintain equipment and inventory.
• Provide daily care and treatments to hospitalized patients.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Team collaboration

Medical procedures

Tools

Radiology equipment

Inventory management

Job description

Why You'll Love this Veterinary Assistant Job!

If you are passionate about animals and excited about the opportunity to interact with a variety of pets, then our Veterinary Assistant position is the one for you!

When you become a part of 4 Paws Veterinary Care, an EverVet Partner, you'll join a supportive community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in our veterinary team, ensuring exceptional service to our clients while maintaining the highest standards of care. Your responsibilities will include assisting doctors and technicians, managing patient restraint, aiding in radiology, communicating with clients, conducting medical procedures, maintaining equipment and inventory, and providing daily treatments to hospitalized patients.

Pay Range

$18 - $20 / hour

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*
• Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*
• Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*
• 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match
• Maternity Leave*
• Bereavement Leave
• Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*
• Discount Programs
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• On-Demand Pay Options
• Referral Bonus

Career Enhancement Benefits

• The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster's veterinary technician program*
• Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events
• Access to a multitude of VMG resources

*Indicates eligibility for Full-Time positions only