Veterinary Assistant - Ophthalmology

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and purpose-driven veterinary team dedicated to providing high-quality care in a state-of-the-art facility. As a Veterinary Assistant in the Ophthalmology department, you'll work alongside skilled specialists and technicians, ensuring that animals receive the best possible medical attention. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your veterinary skills while being part of a supportive and friendly team. If you're passionate about animal welfare and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Mental Health Support

Employee Referral Bonus

Uniforms Provided

Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in an animal-related field is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal care and diagnostics in a collaborative environment.
• Help keep the hospital stocked, clean, and organized.

Skills

Animal Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Client Service

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

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World Class Medicine.

Purpose-Driven Partnership.

World Class Medicine.

Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

Garden State Veterinary Services is excited to announce that we are hiring veterinary assistants to join our Ophthalmology department in providing high quality medical care to the animals of our community!

Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday, 8am – 5pm

About GSVServices: We are a multispecialty practice with boarded specialists in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, radiology, and critical care. Our clients and patients also have access to ophthalmology, oncology, radiation oncology, neurology, dermatology, and radioactive iodine treatment.

Why GSVServices: We are not your typical veterinary hospital! We know the winning recipe to maintain the care and compassion that our patients depend upon us for, is to create a safe and supportive space for you to put your skills to use, develop new skills, and be a part of our highly collaborative, fun, and friendly team! We are proud of our company culture and positive staff engagement within a fast paced, learning environment; and our associate employment longevity is proof of our commitment to take care of one another, and provide the highest standard of care to the patients we serve.

Veterinary Assistants at GSVSservices work along technicians and specialists and have access to the most advanced diagnostic tools to provide the best possible care. On any given day, you can expect to do the following on your shifts:

• Help keep the hospital stocked, clean and organized
• Run many different diagnostics in our laboratory
• Assist doctors and staff with safely restraining animals of different sizes and breeds
• Room clients and obtain medical history
• Walk dogs
• Obtain vitals
  
  

Once trust is built with the team, you can expect to begin learning how to:

• Place IVC and obtain blood samples
• Run laboratory tests
• Provide SQ Fluids and medications to patients with oversight
• Triage patients
• Calculate and administer medications
  
  

About you:

• 1 year experience in animal related field
• Ability to work well in a highly collaborative environment
• Commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Positive outlook and friendly, team-orientated attitude
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• The ability to deliver exceptional client service
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on your level of experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA option- some plans paid 100%
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Retirement Plan – 401K with employer match
• Licensing fees paid for credentialed technicians
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Time off
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Uniforms provided
• Pet discounts for medical care
  
  

Garden State Veterinary Services is located at 1200 Route 9, Woodbridge NJ 07095.

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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