Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care – Huntington, NY
Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Internal Medicine Department.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while expanding your skills in specialty veterinary medicine.
As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant, you will play a key role in both patient care and client communication, supporting our team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care.
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Assisting Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) and veterinarians with patient care and procedures
- Preparing and positioning patients for anesthetic procedures
- Safely handling and restraining dogs and cats for exams and treatments
- Utilizing proper restraint techniques for physical exams and procedures
- Supporting diagnostic workflows, including radiographs (X-rays) (experience a plus)
- Obtaining and documenting medical histories from clients and referring veterinary clinics
- Calling in and managing prescriptions (Rx) with pharmacies
- Communicating with clients regarding appointments, medications, and follow-up care
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment
- Collaborating with a supportive, team-oriented hospital staff
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Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant (specialty or GP)
- Comfortable in a client-facing role with strong communication skills
- Confidence in handling and restraining dogs and cats safely
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Interest in internal medicine and specialty care
- Experience with radiology (X-rays) is a plus, but not required
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Competitive pay $18-20 / hour
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training
Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is a state-of-the-art specialty center serving the greater Long Island, NY area. Our specialty team is composed of board-certified specialists and colleagues in their respective services utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment and techniques to provide the most comprehensive, gold-standard level of care.
Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care - a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare - offers an exceptional and supportive environment in which to practice excellent medicine, grow professionally, and work alongside great colleagues. We are passionate about pets and have 6 locations staffed with experienced veterinarians, technicians, specialists, and rehabilitation professionals. Gold Coast is part of the West Hills family of veterinary practices, with 6 other additional hospitals, including:
- West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, a 24/7 animal hospital
- Oyster Bay Animal Hospital
- Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic
- Court Square Animal Hospital
- West Hills North Veterinary Clinic
- Station Plaza Veterinary Group
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy
Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
