Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Alliance Animal Health•New York, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
New York City Veterinary Group is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This role involves a variety of tasks related to animal care, including patient assessment, sample collection and analysis, diagnostic imaging, administering medications, client communication, surgical assistance, and anesthetic management. The position requires the ability to handle unpleasant conditions and potential exposure to animal-related hazards. The company offers opportunities for professional growth through virtual and hands-on training and continuing development.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant
- Compassionate
- Calm demeanor
- Team Player
- Multi-Tasker
- Strong Communicator
- Ability to properly restrain pets
- Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in sample collection
- Proficient in obtaining medical histories
- Proficient in processing laboratory tests
- Proficient in processing radiographs
- Proficient in 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
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
- Paid Bereavement Program
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Personal Pet Discounts
- Holiday Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
