Veterinary Assistant - Morristown, NJ
World Class Medicine. Purpose-Driven Partnership. Veritas Veterinary Partners offers exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.
At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being. We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care.
GSVS Morristown is excited to announce we are hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing outpatient surgery team! This is a great opportunity for veterinary assistants interested in surgical support, anesthesia, and hands-on patient care in a specialty setting.
Schedule
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM. Enjoy work-life balance with a consistent weekday schedule - no weekends required!
Location
Located in northern New Jersey, approximately 25 miles west of New York City, GSVS has proudly served the community since 1994. We are committed to providing advanced veterinary care while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for our team members.
Responsibilities
As a Veterinary Assistant on our Surgery & Anesthesia team, you will work closely with veterinarians and technicians to support surgical procedures and ensure exceptional patient care throughout the perioperative process. Daily responsibilities may include:
- Assisting technicians and doctors with surgical and anesthesia procedures
- Preparing patients for surgery, including patient restraint and surgical prep
- Monitoring and documenting patient vital signs
- Assisting with anesthetic induction and recovery
- Cleaning, preparing, and organizing surgical instruments and equipment
- Maintaining cleanliness and sterility within the surgical suite
- Obtaining and preparing samples for diagnostic testing
- Assisting with radiographs and other diagnostics
- Properly using and maintaining hospital equipment
- Providing compassionate nursing support and patient care
As your skills grow and training progresses, you may also learn how to:
- Perform medical math calculations
- Assist with anesthesia monitoring
- Administer medications
- Place IV catheters and obtain blood samples
- Provide advanced nursing care to surgical patients
Requirements
- At least 1 year of veterinary experience preferred
- Interest in surgery and anesthesia patient care
- Ability to take direction and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to building long-term relationships with colleagues and clients
- Honest, dependable, and eager to learn and grow within veterinary medicine
Pay
$17/hr to $24/hr depending on skills, experience, and credentials
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on your level of experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA option - some plans paid 100%
- Maternity/Paternity leave
- Retirement Plan – 401K with employer match
- Licensing fees paid for credentialed technicians
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Time off
- Mental health support with Talkspace
- Uniforms provided
- Finish Full Time and credentialed technicians eligible for Sign On Bonus
- Pet discounts for medical care