Veterinary Assistant

Lakeside Veterinary Medicine•Jamestown, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeside Veterinary Medicine is hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant. We are more than just a place to work—it’s a place to grow, feel supported, and genuinely enjoy what you do every day. We’ve built a positive, team-first culture where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your well-being is a priority. With a schedule designed for real work-life balance and a team that has your back, you’ll have the support you need to thrive—both professionally and personally. Our Veterinary Assistants appreciate the positive, team-first culture where everyone supports each other, a 4-day work week that allows for work-life balance, a leadership team that values growth and encourages voice, a collaborative environment where no one is left to figure things out alone, meaningful work with a team that genuinely cares about patients and clients, and a place where they can grow their skills, confidence, and career.

Requirements

Strong animal handling and patient care skills
Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and client service skills

Nice To Haves

Previous veterinary assistant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and equipment
Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized or boarding pets
Prepare supplies, set up treatment areas, and assist with basic lab tasks
Support client communication, patient check-ins, and medical recordkeeping
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-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)
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
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program