Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
At VCA Aldrich Animal Hospital, we’re dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy, and happy lives—and that starts with building a strong, compassionate team. Serving the Long Island community, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality medical care while fostering a collaborative and welcoming workplace. From your first day, you’ll be part of a team that values communication, learning, and mutual respect. As a veterinary assistant, you’ll play an essential role in patient care and the overall hospital experience. Our assistants work closely with technicians, reception staff, and veterinarians, gaining hands-on experience while helping ensure each visit runs smoothly. You’ll have the opportunity to build your knowledge, support pet owners through education, and act as a vital link within the care team. Join us and be part of a hospital where your growth is supported, your contributions are valued, and your work makes a meaningful difference every day.
Requirements
- Compassionate patient care
- Client education and care
- Pharmacy and medication administration
- Lab sample collection and processing
- Diagnostic imaging
- Medical recordkeeping
Responsibilities
- Help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
- Win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
- Provide compassionate patient care.
- Client education and care.
- Pharmacy and medication administration.
- Lab sample collection and processing.
- Diagnostic imaging.
- Medical recordkeeping.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- A variety of additional coverage options
- Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
- Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
- Access to Headspace app
- Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Holiday pay
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility coverage
- Gender affirmation services
- Growing network of onsite social workers
- Generous hospital discounts for your pets
- A variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
- Internal CE and development opportunities
- Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
- Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
