Veterinary Assistant, Surgery

Veterinary Assistant, Surgery (Admits-Appts)

$17.75 - $23/hr. | Red Bank Veterinary Hospital | Red Bank, NJ

If you're a veterinary assistant looking to grow your skills in a cutting-edge environment, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital offers the opportunity to work in a new, 100,000+ sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital designed for advanced specialty and emergency care. With MRI, CT, PET scanning, 12 surgical suites, a dedicated ER, and expanded training spaces, RBVH combines innovative medicine with compassionate care for pets, clients, and team members alike.

Compensation:

• $17.75 - $23/hr. based on experience

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education (CE) + Free Vetbloom (RACE approved CE) access
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off:
  • Sick Days
  • Vacation Days
  • Bereavement Leave
• VTNE and/or License Reimbursement
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Pet Discount

Schedule:

• Full Time
  • Tuesday – Friday
  • 7:30am – 5:30pm

Job Description

A Surgery Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians by helping care for animals and keeping the hospital running smoothly. They handle tasks such as restraining pets during exams, feeding and exercising patients, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and preparing treatment areas. Veterinary assistants also monitor animals, assist with basic sample collection, stock supplies, maintain records, and provide friendly support to clients. Their role is essential in ensuring animals receive proper care and the veterinary team can work efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Admit patients daily for surgery. This includes client communication, taking TPRs, and basic animal handling.
• Assist with patient care, restraint, treatments, diagnostics, and radiographs.
• Perform basic laboratory duties, including running in-house tests and submitting samples.
• Communicate effectively with clients, doctors, and hospital staff.
• Able to speak with clients about patient concerns.
• Work with the surgeons during exams to ensure positive experiences for clients and pets.
• Clean and stock rooms as needed.
• Bring patients into exam rooms and check them out at the end of the appointment.
• Restraint for exams, bloodwork, and IVC placement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AVA certification or veterinary assistant program completion preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills required.
• One year of experience working as a veterinary assistant in a busy Urgent care or ER/Specialty hospital preferred
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Experience handling a variety of patient species, including exotics, is a plus.
• Fluent English skills (speaking and reading) required.

Why Assistants Choose RBVH?

• Work alongside a dedicated team of veterinary professionals committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your skills make a direct impact on patients and their families.
• Be part of meaningful moments in the lives of pets and their owners, providing compassionate support and care.
• Expand your knowledge through ongoing training, mentorship, and a culture that values continuous learning and professional growth.

About RBVH Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH) now located in Red Bank, NJ, proudly opened its new, state-of-the-art facility in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000+ square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community.

Nearby Communities RBVH attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:

• Tinton Falls, NJ
• Middletown, NJ
• Holmdel, NJ
• Colts Neck, NJ
• Freehold, NJ
• Marlboro, NJ
• Howell, NJ
• Eatontown, NJ
• Long Branch, NJ
• Asbury Park, NJ
• Staten Island, NY
• Brooklyn, NY
• Bayonne, NJ
• Jersey City, NJ

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About Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care. Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.