About the Role
Williamsburg Animal Clinic is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Assistant for a permanent, full-time role. This position requires rotating Saturdays and involves assisting veterinary technicians and veterinarians with various tasks to ensure excellent patient and client care.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with animal restraint, medication administration, and sample collection.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinic environment by disinfecting surfaces, sanitizing equipment, and cleaning kennels.
- Prepare examination rooms for appointments, ensuring they are well-stocked and organized.
- Greet and assist clients, helping them feel welcome and comfortable.
- Escort clients and their pets to exam rooms and obtain preliminary information.
- Provide support during medical procedures, including setting up equipment, holding animals, and monitoring well-being.
- Prepare and label laboratory samples accurately.
- Assist with radiography by positioning animals and operating equipment.
- Educate clients on medication administration, preventive care, and post-operative instructions.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of patient care, treatments, and interactions.
- Assist with inventory management and restocking supplies.
- Participate in maintaining a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
Requirements
- 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.
Skills
- Animal handling
- Communication
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Veterinary medical terminology
- Multitasking
- Organization
Location
- Brooklyn, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $24.00-$27.00 an hour
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement 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
About the Company
- Williamsburg Animal Clinic is a full-service companion animal practice located in Brooklyn, NY, serving clients and their pets for 14 years.
- Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states.
- VIP's mission is to provide veterinarians and their teams with resources, mentorship, and autonomy to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care.
- VIP ensures best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment.
