What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Care Specialist position at Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island?
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Veterinary Care Specialist to join our team at the Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island. As a key member of our hospital staff, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support services under the direction of our veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
About the Job
This is a physically demanding position that involves working with animals of all sizes, including large ones. You will be responsible for restraining animals, administering medications, setting up equipment, lab work, cleaning facilities, interacting with clients, and performing various administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
The following are some of the essential job requirements:
Requirements and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following skills and qualifications:
Benefits and Work Environment
We offer a competitive salary range of $17.75-$30.37 USD and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Our hospital is a dynamic and supportive work environment that values teamwork, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
About PetVet
PetVet is a leading operator of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. With over 450 hospitals across multiple states and a team of over 11,000 people, including over 800 veterinarians, we are committed to delivering the highest quality medicine and service to our patients and clients.
We are seeking a highly skilled Veterinary Care Specialist to join our team at the Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island. As a key member of our hospital staff, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support services under the direction of our veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
About the Job
This is a physically demanding position that involves working with animals of all sizes, including large ones. You will be responsible for restraining animals, administering medications, setting up equipment, lab work, cleaning facilities, interacting with clients, and performing various administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
The following are some of the essential job requirements:
- Restraining animals for medical procedures
- Administering medications as directed by veterinarians or veterinary technicians
- Cleaning and maintaining animal areas and facilities
- Interacting with clients and providing excellent customer service
- Performing various administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and data entry
Requirements and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following skills and qualifications:
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 40 lbs)
- Ability to restrain animals of all sizes
- Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures
- High school diploma or equivalent required; prior experience in animal care or related field preferred
Benefits and Work Environment
We offer a competitive salary range of $17.75-$30.37 USD and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Our hospital is a dynamic and supportive work environment that values teamwork, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
About PetVet
PetVet is a leading operator of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. With over 450 hospitals across multiple states and a team of over 11,000 people, including over 800 veterinarians, we are committed to delivering the highest quality medicine and service to our patients and clients.
Salary : $18 - $30
