Veterinary Assistant - New York
About The Position
Small Door is a membership-based veterinary care service that aims to provide a superior experience for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians through its membership model. This model offers exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, transparent pricing, and modern hospitality in specially designed, stress-free environments. Founded in 2019 with its first location in Manhattan's West Village, Small Door has expanded along the East Coast. In July 2026, Small Door merged with Bond Vet to enhance veterinary care accessibility and compassion across routine, primary, and urgent care. The combined entity operates over 55 clinics in major markets across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest, serving more than half a million pets. This role is crucial in shaping the future of the merged organization and advancing its mission to revolutionize veterinary care. At Small Door, veterinary assistants are part of a supportive and collaborative team focused on professional growth. They work in state-of-the-art facilities with favorable doctor-to-nurse staffing ratios, supported by a 24/7 telehealth team and a dedicated call center that minimizes practice interruptions, allowing assistants to concentrate on the pets present. The company prioritizes a healthy work-life balance and fosters a positive work culture. Adhering to Fear Free practices and holding AAHA accreditation signifies the organization's commitment to high standards.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant
- Availability to work weekends (Saturday or Sunday)
- Comfortable with computers and online tools
- Strong enough to lift 50 lbs
- A thoughtful and fearless team player
- A go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Skilled at communicating with clients
- Passionate about pets
Responsibilities
- Knowledge and ability to recognize medical emergencies and illnesses
- Assessing patients
- Recording vitals and assisting doctors with diagnostics
- Completing treatments as instructed by the doctor
- Basic husbandry and nursing care
- Monitoring changes in patients and providing compassionate care
- Assisting in and facilitating radiography capture
- Preparing samples for outside reference labs
- Running in-house labs
- Preparing medications
- Administering medications
- Working tele-triage shifts (additional stipend)
- Additional responsibilities to maintain a hospitable environment
Benefits
- Opportunities for upward mobility and professional growth
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with a 4% company match
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and company-wide holidays
- Commuter benefits and subsidized health and wellness programs
- Discounted veterinary care for your furry loved ones
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment
- A team that lives by our core values and always has your back
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
