Veterinary Assistant

Manhattan Veterinary Group, P.C. • West Islip, NY

270d • $18 - $24

About The Position

Join the Sunrise Veterinary Team! Location: 521 Sunrise Highway West Islip NY 11795 At VCA animal hospitals, we are looking to add full time team members to our hospital! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person's individual skill and personality. There's something special about you and we are excited to learn more! Why Join the VCA Sunrise Veterinary Group? We are passionate about supporting veterinary assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary assistant career has to offer. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Responsibilities

• Support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
• Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience.
• Perform physical examinations and patient assessments.
• Monitor anesthesia.
• Prepare for and assist in surgical procedures.
• Conduct dentistry procedures.
• Perform radiology tasks.
• Conduct laboratory work.
• Perform venipuncture.
• Place catheters.
• Manage pharmacy tasks.
• Assist in patient recovery.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Continuing education allowance
• Tuition support and sponsorships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous pet care discounts
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
• 401(k)
• Full-time and Part-time positions available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services