Experienced Veterinary Assistant

The Veterinarians at Court Square•Queens, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

New York City Veterinary Group is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets and supporting their families. The practice, with roots dating back to 1948, focuses on preventative care and offers a full range of services including wellness exams, vaccine planning, dental care, weight management, chronic disease support, and grooming. The Veterinary Assistant will play a crucial role in patient care, client communication, and assisting veterinarians with various medical and surgical procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant
Compassionate
Calm demeanor
Team Player
Multi-Tasker
Strong Communicator
Able to properly restrain pets
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset

Nice To Haves

Proficient in sample collection
Obtaining medical histories
Processing laboratory tests
Processing radiographs
Anesthesia monitoring

Responsibilities

Pet restraint
Triage incoming patients
Collection and analysis of lab samples
Diagnostic imaging
Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
Administration of medications
Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management