About the Role
Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center is seeking skilled Veterinary Assistants to provide exceptional patient care and client service. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a strong passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Requirements
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Skills
- Animal care
- Client communication
- Veterinary procedures
- Disinfection
- Administering medication
- Using diagnostic equipment
Location
- Westchester County, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures
Salary/Compensations
- $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Paid time off
- Employee pet discount
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Employee referral bonus ($1,000)
About the Company
- Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center is a well-respected, high-quality hospital delivering the best medical care for over 22 years.
- We provide optimal medical care in a warm, friendly, and inviting atmosphere, encouraging client participation and input.
- Located in beautiful Westchester County, NY, just 30 minutes north of Manhattan and conveniently situated directly outside the Tuckahoe train stop on the Metro North Train.
