Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health•Town of Mount Pleasant, NY

5d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Valhalla Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to provide hands-on patient care and support treatment and surgery. The role assists veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with patient care, treatments, and medical procedures; supports surgical preparation, monitoring, procedures, and post-operative care; and helps with pharmacy operations and client communication. The assistant also helps maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment and collaborates with the veterinary team. Part-time and full-time opportunities are available. Pay is $22–$23 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

Comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments.
Strong attention to detail, particularly when assisting with treatments, medications, and patient monitoring.
Excellent communication and client service skills.
Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
Dependable team player with a positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to work around typical veterinary clinic odors and noises, with potential exposure to animal bites, scratches, waste, and contagious conditions while following established safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of veterinary experience preferred, ideally with hands-on treatment experience.
Experience assisting with blood draws, IV catheter placement, and surgical procedures.
Currently enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program or actively pursuing Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials.

Responsibilities

Safely restrain dogs of all sizes, including large breeds, and cats with varying temperaments.
Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with patient care, treatments, and medical procedures.
Support hands-on treatments, including obtaining blood samples, assisting with blood draws, and placing IV catheters when trained and authorized.
Assist with surgical preparation, patient monitoring, surgical procedures, and post-operative care.
Monitor patients and report changes in their condition to the veterinary team.
Support pharmacy operations by preparing medications, maintaining inventory, and learning common veterinary medications and protocols.
Accurately label and prepare prescriptions for client pickup while following clinic safety procedures.
Educate clients on basic pet care and communicate professionally in person and over the phone.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment.
Work collaboratively with the veterinary team and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
Demonstrate reliability, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to excellent patient care.