Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve —medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 35 hours per week. Three 10-hour shifts per week. Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (scheduled within these hours.) Every other Saturday required: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital:

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is a trusted full-service veterinary practice dedicated to enhancing the health, well-being, and longevity of pets and their families in the Hewitt, NJ area and surrounding communities. We combine compassionate care with the latest medical knowledge and technology to deliver exceptional veterinary services—from routine wellness exams and diagnostics to surgical care and advanced treatments. Our clean, modern facility and experienced team provide a welcoming environment where every patient is treated like family. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with pet owners and creating positive experiences for both pets and their humans.