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Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant

Oceanside Veterinary Hospital
Oceanside, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2025

Benefits :

  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave

Veterinary Assistant / Kennel Assistant needed for a general veterinary practice on the south shore. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and knowledge of veterinary medicine. The successful candidate will also be comfortable working with a variety of animals and have excellent communication skills.

Veterinary / Kennel assistants help the veterinarians and technicians for exams / various procedures as well as provide a clean, organized, and safe environment for animals being treated or housed in the hospital. Being able to clean, get your hands dirty, and maintain self-motivation are important keys to succeeding in this role.

Responsibilities :

  • Feeding, caring for, walking, and bathing animals.
  • Ensure that all animals have fresh water, and cats have clean litter pans.
  • Maintain accurate records of animal care and treatments.
  • Assist doctors and veterinary technicians as needed with medical services
  • This includes learning and providing safe and proper restraint for injections, blood draws, radiographs, ultrasounds, catheter placement, and surgical prep.
  • Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Veterinarian
  • Clean and maintain kennels, cages, runs, and other areas of the veterinary facility.
  • General cleanings such as sweeping, mopping, and laundry
  • Restocking supplies throughout the day.

    • Requirements :

  • Must be dependable : must be punctual and and be on time for your shift.
  • Positive and friendly attitude. good communication and listening skills.
  • Ability to work independently.

    • Experience working in an animal hospital or with animals preferred.

    Salary : $17 - $18

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