Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Join our amazing team as our newest Veterinary Assistant. As an assistant here at Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic, you will be at the heart of our bustling and dynamic environment. This role requires a dedicated individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting and enjoys the rewarding challenge of working closely with both animals and their owners. Your responsibilities will include greeting clients with a warm and professional demeanor, managing appointments, and ensuring smooth communication between the veterinary team and pet owners. Additionally, you will be trained to assist in the safe restraint of cats and dogs during examinations and procedures, ensuring their comfort and safety. While the work is demanding, we believe in maintaining a positive and enjoyable atmosphere, where team members can share a laugh and celebrate successes together.

If you are passionate about animal care and enjoy engaging with people, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include:

• Provide friendly, quality customer care to patients and clients
• Process invoices payments
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and obtain all necessary medical history
• Determine the status of the patient's immunizations and tests
• Communicate with the doctor and technical staff on the patient's arrival and necessary treatments
• Fill prescriptions, food requests, and over-the-counter products as instructed by a veterinarian
• Accurately input data into computer software
• This is not a complete list of job duties; some tasks may be assigned or reassigned as policies and procedures change*

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma
• Weekend availability as needed
• Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Training and Career development

About Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic

Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic is a full-service animal hospital in Locust Valley, New York, serving the pets of Locust Valley and the surrounding towns on Long Island. Our veterinarians and staff practice compassionate care for small animals–including dogs and cats. We offer a variety of services including wellness exams, vaccinations, pet dental care, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, and nutritional counseling. Our animal hospital also offers advanced internal medicine, diagnostic services, and surgical care. Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic - a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare - offers an exceptional and supportive environment in which to practice excellent medicine, grow professionally, and work alongside great colleagues. We are a part of the West Hills family of practices, with 6 other additional hospitals, including:

• West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, a 24/7 animal hospital
• Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care
• Oyster Bay Animal Hospital
• Court Square Animal Hospital
• West Hills North Veterinary Clinic
• Station Plaza Veterinary Group

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.