Veterinary Assistant - Grady Animal Hospital
Sayville, NY 11782
About the Job
Grady Animal Hospital is ready to hire a Veterinary Assistant to add to our dedicated team of professionals.
As a Veterinary Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and other members of the veterinary team to provide high-quality care to animals. This position requires a passion for working with animals, as well as the ability to handle them with compassion and professionalism.
Duties:
- Assist veterinarians in providing care and treatment to animals
- Handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas for procedures
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as bloodwork and urinalysis
- Clean and sterilize equipment and instruments
- Provide assistance with radiographs and other diagnostic imaging procedures
- Monitor animals before and after surgery
- Maintain accurate records of patient treatments and procedures
Experience:
- Previous experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal care facility is necessary
- Knowledge of animal behavior, handling, and restraint techniques
- Familiarity with common veterinary medications and vaccines
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
At Grady Animal Hospital, we know a happy, healthy staff is essential to comprehensive patient care. We enjoy a positive clinic culture and a schedule that facilitates a proper work-life balance. Plus, we've put together some pretty sweet benefits to help keep life awesome, including:
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- Compensation: $17.00 - $18.00 / hour
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits:
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits:
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Access to our VetCor Techlife Facebook group, including thousands of veterinary technicians company-wide
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
If you are dedicated to animal welfare and have a desire to make a difference in the lives of pets, we encourage you to apply!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Grady Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.