Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in New York, NY at City Veterinary Care
Company Description
City Veterinary Care is committed to helping all of New York City’s dogs and cats. We operate a non-profit organization, The Toby Project, the objective of which is to solve New York City’s pet overpopulation problem (approximately 10,000 dogs and cats lose their lives each year in our city’s shelter system). Our highly acclaimed veterinarians, our knowledgeable and caring front desk staff, and our skilled and compassionate veterinary nursing team instill, with confidence, what every pet owner desires-the best possible care for their pets. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including preventative care, vaccines & monitoring, dentistry, 24-hour nursing care, specialty care and State of the Art Equipment.
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Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, diagnostic imaging, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We’re looking for:
Experience:
Previous experience working as a veterinary technician or in a related field: 3 years (Required)
Knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures
Familiarity with pet care practices and techniques
Proficiency in handling and restraining animals safely and effectively
Experience with laboratory procedures and sample collection
Ability to operate X-ray equipment and develop X-ray films
Knowledge of basic animal husbandry practices, including feeding, exercise, and hygiene
Skills:
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with veterinarians, staff, and pet owners
Attention to detail to ensure accurate record keeping and patient care
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Compassion and empathy towards animals and their owners
Physical stamina to handle animals of various sizes and lift heavy objects if necessary
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
+ Ability to sit or stand and work at a computer for long periods of time.
+ Ability to be confident around animals (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc. Candidate to confirm species treated with practice leadership for additional clarity.)
+ Client needs and work volume may occasionally require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position may require special working hours, including working weekends, evenings and/or holidays.
+ Must have mental capacity and processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
+ The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. Ear plugs will be available upon request.
+ Job requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform required duties while working.
+ Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
+ Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate other equipment as required.
+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
+ Hospital teammates are routinely exposed to a variety of animals that may bite, kick or scratch, and on occasion, may be exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological or zoonotic hazards and/or medication/controlled substances.
Additional Information
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 – $30.00 per hour dependant upon experience
Expected hours: 12 – 36 per week
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: City Veterinary Care
Location: New York, NY
