Overview
Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Assistant and become a vital part of providing exceptional animal care! This energetic role offers the opportunity to work closely with veterinary professionals, assist in daily clinic operations, and ensure our animal patients receive compassionate, high-quality treatment. Whether you're passionate about pet care, animal physiology, or veterinary procedures, this position is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment. Paid and rewarding, this role is designed to foster your professional development while making a positive impact on animals and their owners.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinary staff with animal restraint and handling during examinations and procedures to ensure safety and comfort.
- Support veterinary technicians with medication administration, laboratory sample collection, and basic clinical tasks.
- Maintain cleanliness and aseptic techniques within treatment areas, surgical suites, and kennels to uphold hygiene standards.
- Provide excellent pet care by feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring animals’ health status throughout their stay.
- Manage front desk duties including client check-in/out, appointment scheduling, and answering client inquiries with professionalism.
- Handle animal husbandry tasks such as cleaning kennels, feeding schedules, and ensuring proper animal housing conditions.
- Assist with specialized procedures like animal catheterization or restraint for diagnostic tests or treatments, including equine care when applicable.
Qualifications
- Prior kennel experience or animal handling background preferred; enthusiasm for working with animals is essential.
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, physiology, and basic medical procedures.
- Experience in pet care, dog handling, and animal restraint techniques highly desirable.
- Familiarity with laboratory procedures and aseptic techniques beneficial for supporting clinical tasks.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Previous veterinary clinic experience or veterinary assistant experience is a plus but not mandatory; training will be provided for motivated candidates eager to learn. Embark on a fulfilling career where your dedication directly enhances the health and happiness of animals! We’re committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities while fostering a collaborative team environment dedicated to excellence in veterinary care.
Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Brooklyn, NY 11234 (Required)
Work Location: In person
