Veterinary Assistant - Williamsburg Animal Clinic - NY

About the role

Williamsburg Animal Clinic is a full-service companion animal practice located in Brooklyn, NY. We have been serving clients and their pets for 14 years and are proud to practice the gold standard medicine thanks to our highly trained and experienced support staff. This is a permanent role and full-time position that requires rotating Saturdays.

Key Responsibilities

• Aid veterinary technicians and veterinarians with tasks such as animal restraint, medication administration, and sample collection.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinic/hospital environment by disinfecting surfaces, sanitizing equipment, and cleaning kennels and cages.
• Prepare examination rooms for appointments, ensuring they are well-stocked and organized.
• Greet and assist clients, helping them feel welcome and comfortable during their visit.
• Escort clients and their pets to exam rooms and obtain preliminary information, such as medical history and reason for the visit.
• Support during medical procedures, including setting up equipment, holding animals, and monitoring their well-being.
• Prepare and label laboratory samples accurately, following proper protocols.
• Assist with radiography (X-rays) by positioning animals and operating equipment under the direction of the veterinary team.
• Help educate clients on topics such as medication administration, preventive care, and post-operative instructions.
• Keep accurate and detailed records of patient care, treatments, and interactions.
• Absorb and restock supplies, and maintain an organized storage area.
• Participate in maintaining a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with animals, in a veterinary setting is required.
• Strong animal handling skills and comfort working with a variety of species.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions closely.
• Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Physical stamina to lift and carry animals, stand for extended periods, and perform cleaning tasks.

Benefits

• Salary: $21.00-$24.00 an hour, to commensurate with experience.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retail Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Discounted healthcare for personal pets

Note

This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the Veterinary Assistant role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and qualifications required for the position. Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care. Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment.