Veterinary Assistant

Overview

Quarryside Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location:

4915 Jamesville Rd.

Jamesville, NY 13078

Compensation

$16 - $17/hr with annual bonus opportunities

Shift Details

Enjoy a 4-day workweek with a rotating Saturday.

• Monday - Thursday: 8 AM - 7 PM
• Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
• Saturday: 8 AM - 12 PM
• Sunday: Closed
  
  

Skills: Ideal candidates must have previous experience working in an animal hospital or veterinary setting. This position requires proficiency in reading animal body language and knowledge of proper restraint techniques.

About Us

Quarryside Animal Hospital has proudly served the community for over 30 years. We are a 4.5-doctor veterinary practice specializing in the care of dogs, cats, and some pocket pets. Our team provides a comprehensive range of services, including soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, laser therapy, and more.

While we’re not officially Fear Free certified, we prioritize low-stress handling methods to ensure the comfort and well-being of our patients.

Our Culture

At Quarryside, we foster an inclusive, supportive, and respectful work environment. We prioritize mutual support, ensuring every team member feels valued. Our practice is known for its excellent culture, with some team members driving up to an hour to be part of it! We have low turnover because our team truly enjoys working here.

Our Facility

• 3 levels, including quiet office space, a spacious breakroom, and an exercise room.
• The hospital floor features 6 exam rooms and a buzzer system to control patient flow in the lobby.
  
  

Your Role

• Keeping work areas clean and organized.
• Safely handling animals with care and attention.
• Being a self-starter and taking initiative throughout your shifts.
• Demonstrating reliability and consistency in all aspects of your role.
• Contributing to a fun, positive, and collaborative work environment.
  
  

Join a team where you're valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. To learn more about us, visit our website: Quarryside Animal Hospital

Benefits

PTO -120 hours

Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.

Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)

• The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
  
  

Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises

Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.

Medical, Vision and Dental plans available

FSA and HSA options available

Maternity Leave

401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match

Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress

Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program

• Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
• 24 hour access
• Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
• Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
• Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
• Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
• Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
• Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
• Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
• ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
  
  

Optional Insurances Available

• Life Insurance AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
  
  

Pet Benefits

Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75

CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.

Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed

Internal Employee Rewards Program

• Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
  
  

We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
• The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
• The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
• The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
• The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
• The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
• The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
  
  

Qualifications

Physical demands and work environment

• The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
  
  

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with

Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to

perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.