Veterinary Assistant

The Animal Cardiology Center•New York, NY

41d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Animal Cardiology Center (TACC) is New York City’s leading veterinary cardiology-only practice, proudly serving the dogs and cats of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond. Under the leadership of board-certified veterinary cardiologist Dr. Justin Carlson, our specialty team is at the forefront of cardiac care, combining cutting-edge diagnostics with compassionate, personalized treatment. At TACC, we’re not just redefining what’s possible in veterinary cardiology—we’re setting the standard. Join us in delivering world-class cardiac care with heart. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate veterinary assistant with an interest in specialty practice. We are a staff of inspired veterinary professionals, practicing 21st century medicine in a state of the art and collaborative environment. TACC's modern and welcoming facility ensures you have the tools, technology, and support needed to succeed, grow and thrive, and our mission to transform the veterinary profession's culture of burnout into a happier, healthier place has been rewarding. This is a wonderful opportunity to use and expand your clinical skills and bodies of knowledge in a unique, specialty environment. As an Assistant at TACC you will play a critical role in supporting our veterinary cardiologists and Technicians to provide the highest standard of care to the companion animals of New York City and beyond. Confident restraint skills and an acute attention to detail are required in this communication and history intensive environment.

Requirements

2+ year experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinical environment
Skilled in client communication and patient intake, including advanced history taking tailored to specialty care needs
Confident in handling and restraint
Knowledge of veterinary terminology
The ability to effectively budget time for you and for the team
Highly evolved interpersonal skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly communicate with clients as well as team members
The ability to adapt while maintaining a positive attitude
The ability to work independently, responsibly, and ethically
An openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
Full time "4 10s" schedule - Four day workweek (Mondays through Thursdays. Shifts start at 8:30a or 10:30a)
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with a company match
Wellness support
Employee discounts
Unlimited CE allowance
Scrub allowance
No overnight shifts, no on-call shifts, no late evenings, no weekend coverage
We believe in helping you grow. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned pro. Veterinary Assistants here are eligible to receive unlimited CE reimbursement for things like conferences, wet labs, and skill-building courses (plus we’ll cover up to $750 per year in related travel expenses if needed). You’ll even have the chance to bring back what you learned and share it with the team. If you're excited about learning, we're here to support it, every step of the way.