Veterinary Assistant, Heart of Chelsea , Hells Kitchen, NY

Suveto • New York, NY

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About The Position

Are you looking for rewarding career position? A place where you are able to
provide care and comfort for clients and their pets, to have growth
opportunities, access to progressive diagnostic equipment and treatment options,
to work in an encouraging environment with others who share your passion; look
no further! We want a new team member with an exceptionally bright and
enthusiastic personality. We have a friendly, welcoming staff and fair, honest
management.

Heart of Chelsea Veterinary Group, part of the Suveto network of hospitals,
located in Hell's Kitchen, New York, has an opening for a full time Veterinary
Assistant to join our team.

Our Veterinary Assistants provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary
technician as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional
and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires
flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have
a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to
thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is preferred.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• paid time off
• paid holidays
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• pet care discounts
• 401K with a true match up to 4%
• VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED