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Veterinary Assistant

Hudson-Highlands
Hopewell Junction, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group 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 its 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, retirement-plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
  • Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.
  • Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary : $17.00 - $19.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule : Monday - Wednesday 9 am - 5 or 7pm and Saturday 9 am-4 pm.

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 Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group

    Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group reflects the best that veterinary medicine and technology has to offer. We incorporate modern, state-of-the-art equipment, exam rooms, pharmacy, laboratory, and other medical assets into a facility that promotes a calm, home-like atmosphere for our clients and their pets.

    Salary : $17 - $19

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