Veterinary Technician Assistant

MEP Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in New York seeks an Experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant to support veterinarians and licensed technicians with hands-on patient care, treatments, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.

The role emphasizes venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia support, lab work, imaging, and meticulous record-keeping, while maintaining patient comfort and owner communication in a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary hospital or general practice.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture and patient nursing.
• Ability to support surgical and anesthesia cases.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Compassionate animal handling and proactive hospital support.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care, assist with treatments, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia support, and sample collection; assist with imaging and maintain clean treatment areas.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners and team; ensure accurate medical records and smooth daily operations.

Skills

Venipuncture

Patient nursing

Surgical & anesthesia support

Communication

Teamwork

Animal handling

Proactive hospital support

Veterinary hospital experience

Job description

Experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant

Role And Responsibilities

Support veterinary doctors and licensed technicians in a busy practice by providing hands‑on patient care, assisting with treatments, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Key duties include venipuncture, IV catheter placement, patient preparation, anesthesia support, laboratory sample collection, diagnostic imaging, and maintaining organized treatment areas. Communicate effectively with pet owners and team members while ensuring accurate medical records and smooth daily operations.

Qualifications And Skills

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital or general practice
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture and patient nursing
• Confidence in supporting surgical and anesthesia cases
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Compassionate animal handling and proactive hospital support

Key Attributes

• Dependable, proactive, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment
• Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally