Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
The Hospital for Veterinary Surgery is a new, purpose-built surgical center opening in the heart of Greenwich’s West End. Spanning 10,000+ square feet and designed from the ground up, we’re bringing cutting-edge surgical and critical care services to a region that has long needed them. This is our second HVS location, and we're building it with the same focus that made our first a destination for exceptional patient outcomes, supportive and transparent team culture, and forward-thinking medicine. We’re seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing clinical team. Whether your background is in general practice, emergency or you’ve already worked in surgery or critical care, this is a unique opportunity to take your skills to the next level in a state-of-the-art hospital designed for learning, teamwork, and excellence. In this role, you’ll work as a Veterinary Assistant rotating across a range of support areas. You’ll be trained and supported to grow your technical confidence in a fast-paced, well-resourced specialty environment.
Requirements
- 1-2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER, or specialty
- Experience with practice management software, (ezyVet is our in-house platform)
- Adaptability, being able to pivot effortlessly while demonstrating a positive attitude with clients and co-workers
- Sound judgment with the ability to work ethically, independently, and responsibly
- Dedication to excellent service for each client and patient and respect for coworkers
- Flexibility, curiosity, and the desire to help build something new
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, hands-on care to surgical and hospitalized patients
- Assist Doctor and Technicians in providing a seamless client and patient appointment experience
- Handling and restraint of patients for consultation exams and patient sample collection
- Handling and submission of patient samples to in-house and external laboratory
- Thorough cleaning, organization, and stocking of appointment exam rooms and appointment treatment area
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- FSA/HSA
- Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
- 401(k) with a company match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Scrub Allowance
- Elective benefits through MetLife
- Employee pet discounts
- Discounted pet insurance
- Unlimited CE registration reimbursement for conferences, wet labs, and skill-building courses
- Up to $750 per year in related travel expenses for CE
- Fully sponsored Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Degree Program
- Coverage for up to four semesters of tuition for Penn Foster program
- Support with structured check-ins and flexibility for externships
- Coverage for VTNE exam and licensure fees after graduation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
