Veterinary Assistant

Do you love animals? Then you’re halfway there! We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support Veterinarians and your teammates. You’ll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike. We’ll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations. You need the ability to care for them properly – that’s one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like holding and trimming nails, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals that might occasionally lash out. If you’re organized, friendly, quick on your feet and dependable, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and guide them through the check-in process.
• Discuss pricing and packages best suited for the clients and their pets.
• Processing electronic and cash payments.
• Weigh pets for accurate record keeping and medication needs
• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Soothe upset or frightened animals
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food)
• Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
• Help in cases of emergencies
• Handle administrative duties such as calling patients or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
• Clean all areas of the clinic thoroughly including, but not limited to, the lab, lobby, exam rooms and relevant outdoor spaces.
• Marketing in local areas around the clinic to increase client traffic
• Gain feedback from clients relating to their visit and asking for referrals and reviews

Skills

• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
• Experience in an administrative role is a plus (e.g. reception or customer service work)
• Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills in a team based environment
• Patient and caring personality
• Problem solving
• Showing initiative and curiosity to learn and grow
• Ability to follow instructions properly
• Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs etc.)
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
• Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
• Ability to receive feedback and implement changes accordingly
• High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits :

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule :

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Saturdays (Mandatory Availability)
• Minimum of 3 days a week

Education :

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Locations Available:

• Union, NJ
• Green Brook, NJ
• Paramus, NJ

Flexibility to work in multiple locations is a plus!

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