Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary AssistantsLocation: Newburgh, New YorkCompensation: $18.00 - $22.00 / hourDescriptionJoin our amazing team as our newest Veterinary Assistant.Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. You will have an open door for growth opportunities ranging from becoming a veterinary technician, specialty medicine, and future management positions!Job Description:The Veterinary Assistant will support our veterinarians and veterinary technicians in the care and treatment of our animal patients. This role involves both clinical and administrative duties, ensuring the smooth operation of our practice and the well-being of our patients in both the exam rooms and treatment areas.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plusClean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. (Log patient weights, process lab specimens, and update client records)Maintaining cleanliness of hospital (clean, well stocked pharmacy and exam rooms, patient cages, and equipment maintenance)Interacting with clients in a compassionate and professional mannerFacilitating the proper flow of appointmentsProvide information to clients regarding fees, preventives, medication, prescription diets and wellness packagesReinforce veterinarian recommendationsPerform other tasks as needed to support the veterinary team.Skills Knowledge and ExpertiseHigh school diploma or GED requiredPreferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experienceMust be a bright, friendly, and effective communicator in order to communicate with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and other hospital staff. (It’s okay if you talk to animals, too!)Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and move freely for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift 50 squirming poundsMust be able to work in a veterinary environment with exposure to infection or contagious diseasesBenefitsPreferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experienceDependableSelf motivatedExcellent cleaning skillsAble to work weekends and eveningsExcellent communicationTeam playerMust be able to lift 50 squirming pounds