Veterinary Assistant

Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital • Shirley, NY

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Floyd Harbor Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who brings compassion, curiosity, teamwork, and a genuine passion for helping pets and the people who love them. Our mission is to create healthier lives for our patients and their families, and everything we do starts with one simple motto: "Be Kind." We believe kindness should extend to our patients, our clients, and one another. If you're looking for a hospital where collaboration is genuine, ideas are welcomed, and every team member is encouraged to succeed, you've found the right place. We are building something special and would love for you to be part of it.

Requirements

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred
• Compassion for animals and the people who love them
• A positive attitude and collaborative mindset
• Strong communication and client service skills
• A willingness to learn and continue growing professionally
• Reliability, initiative, and strong organizational skills
• A genuine commitment to teamwork and kindness

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and medical procedures
• Safely restrain patients during examinations and treatments
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
• Support daily hospital operations and help maintain an efficient workflow
• Deliver exceptional care while creating positive experiences for every patient and client
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure outstanding service and patient care

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition support
• Referral bonuses
• Flexible spending options
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Employee pet discounts
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness-focused benefits
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible scheduling
• Coffee runs
• Ice cream parties
• Team meals
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible scheduling
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Coffee runs, ice cream parties, and team meals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed