Veterinary Assistant
Tenafly, New Jersey, United States · Posted 3 days agoDescription
Tenafly Veterinary Center is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
- Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
Salary: $20-$27 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position with the following typical hours. The schedule includes four weekday shifts from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday shifts from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Availability every Saturday is required.
Key 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
Qualifications:
- 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.
About Tenafly Veterinary Center
Tenafly Veterinary Center and our sister hospital, Overpeck Creek Animal Hospital, have been proudly caring for pets and their families since 1995. We’re a full-service, community-focused practice offering everything from routine wellness and dental care to advanced surgery and emergency services. Our team is known for compassion, professionalism, and creating a welcoming environment where pets’ comfort comes first. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and building lasting relationships with the families we serve.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.
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