Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

PetVet Care Centers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Wellbeing support — Calm app + EAP

CE stipends and career development

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Heart of Brooklyn Veterinary Hospital – Ft. Greene in Brooklyn, New York, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks including cleaning, restraining patients, preparing surgery suites, and handling clerical duties to ensure excellent patient care.

The role requires at least 2 years of veterinary experience, strong skills in blood draws, catheter placement, radiology and medication administration, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have 2+ years of veterinary experience.
• Proficient in blood draws, catheter placement, radiology, and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks and examinations.
• Prepare and sanitize surgery suites, restrain and handle patients, and perform clerical duties.
• Maintain patient records and communicate with pet owners as directed.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Blood draws

Catheter placement

Radiology

Medication administration

Fear free handling

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Heart of Brooklyn Veterinary Hospital – Ft. Greene in Brooklyn, New York, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks including cleaning, restraining patients, preparing surgery suites, and handling clerical duties to ensure excellent patient care.

The role requires at least 2 years of veterinary experience, strong skills in blood draws, catheter placement, radiology and medication administration, and a commitment to