Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support

Northside Veterinary Clinic; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) match

Referral bonus

Job summary

Northside Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure high standards of animal care and customer service while supporting the team during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.

This full-time position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, pet discounts, a 401(k) with company match, and an employee referral bonus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in disinfection 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, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Medical records

Client communication

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Northside Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure high standards of animal care and customer service while supporting the team during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.

This full-time position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, pet discounts, a 401(k) with company match, and an employee referral bonus.