Veterinary Assistant

New Paltz Animal Hospital is ready to hire a Veterinary Assistant!

• Role: Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:50 am to 6 pm
  (Saturday 750 am - 2 pm rotations will be required in the future)

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

New Paltz Animal Hospital is on the hunt for a veterinary assistant to add to its fantastic team. With all the advantages of an established, well‑managed practice and opportunities for personal and professional growth, this may be your time. Experience in the veterinary field is preferred; however, we are willing to train motivated individuals who are up for a challenge! Ever wonder what it would be like to work in the veterinary field and still have a life?

Well, the team at New Paltz Animal Hospital knows all about it! We offer 4‑day work weeks and don’t work nights, weekends, or major holidays.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love it Here

• Mentoring and support for all team members
• Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work‑life balance
• Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• Lunch breaks on the reg. Yes, they are a real thing!
• 4‑day work weeks
• Support as you grow and advance your career

Each Member of our Team Should be Ready to

• Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day
• Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others.
• Tolerate puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
• Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others.
• Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.
• Anticipate the needs of DVM staff, promoting efficiency and teamwork.

Our hours reflect our belief in the importance of self‑care, and we offer fantastic benefits to support a healthy and positive work environment, including:

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time only; after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at New Paltz Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays