Veterinary Assistant- Overnight

Job Description

Job Description

World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients' well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships , ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

​​ Garden State Veterinary Services  in Woodbridge, NJ is excited to announce we are hiring veterinary assistants to join our Emergency and ICU Departments!​​​​

About GSVServices: We are a multispecialty practice with boarded specialists in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, radiology, and critical care. Our clients and patients also have access to ophthalmology, oncology, radiation oncology, neurology, dermatology, and radioactive iodine treatment.

Why GSVServices: We are not your typical veterinary hospital! We know the winning recipe to maintain the care and compassion that our patients depend upon us for, is to create a safe and supportive space for you to put your skills to use, develop new skills, and be a part of our highly collaborative, fun, and friendly team! We are proud of our company culture and positive staff engagement within a fast paced, learning environment; and our associate employment longevity is proof
of our commitment to take care of one another, and provide the highest standard of care to the patients we serve. 

Position Summary  

Veritas Veterinary Partners seeks a motivated and team-focused veterinary assistant to support clinical operations at a partner hospital. The veterinary assistant works under the direction and supervision of veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians to assist with a broad range of patient care and clinical support tasks. 

Consistent with AVMA guidelines, veterinary assistants support the veterinarian and veterinary technician in daily tasks and may assist with diagnostic procedures, patient restraint and handling, feeding, cleaning and other activities that keep the hospital running smoothly. No formal credentialing is required for this role, though completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program is recognized and valued. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Patient Care Support  

• Assist veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians with patient restraint and handling during examinations, diagnostic procedures, treatments and sample collection. 

• Monitor hospitalized patients for changes in condition, behavior, appetite and elimination, reporting observations promptly to the supervising technician or veterinarian. 

• Feed, water and exercise patients according to individual care plans as directed by the clinical team. 

• Prepare patients for examination or treatment by ensuring appropriate positioning, restraint materials and environmental setup. 

• Transport patients safely between care areas as directed. 

Clinical Support  

• Assist with specimen collection and preparation for in-house and reference laboratory submission under technician or veterinarian direction. 

• Support preparation and cleanup of treatment and examination areas, ensuring spaces are properly stocked, cleaned and ready for use. 

• Assist with pharmacy support tasks including prescription preparation assistance as permitted by state practice regulations. 

• Support the clinical team with client communication tasks including reinforcing discharge instructions in plain language as directed. 

• Maintain accurate patient care records within the practice management system as directed. 

Facility and Kennel Care  

• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, exam rooms and treatment areas to hospital infection control standards. 

• Manage laundry, supply restocking and kennel upkeep throughout the shift. 

• Dispose of biological waste and soiled materials in accordance with hospital safety protocols and applicable guidelines. 

• Report equipment malfunctions, supply shortages or safety concerns to the supervisor promptly. 

• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment by remaining open to feedback and direction, and supporting teammates with a willing and growth-oriented attitude. 

Qualifications  

Required  

• Minimum one year of experience in a veterinary, animal care or clinical support environment, or completion of a veterinary assistant training program. 

• Demonstrated ability to safely and humanely handle and restrain animals of various species, sizes and temperaments. 

• Strong observational skills and the ability to communicate patient changes clearly and promptly. 

• Reliable, organized and responsive with a positive and collaborative attitude. 

• Comfort working in a clinical environment with exposure to biological materials, animal waste and clinical noise. 

Preferred  

• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program. 

• Experience in a specialty or emergency veterinary hospital. 

• Enrollment in or completion of an AVMA CVTEA-accredited veterinary technology program. 

• Familiarity with anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture or other advanced clinical support tasks. 

CORE Competencies  

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, we harness the hearts, minds and effort of our teammates, united in our CIRCLE of Core Values, to help us unlock our full potential. 

• Compassion — We lead with heart in every interaction. For our patients, this means attentive care. For clients, it means guiding them with understanding. For each other, it means creating a culture founded on respect and trust. 

• Integrity — We always do what's right. Through accountability, honesty and transparency, we uphold the highest ethical and medical standards and honor the trust placed in us in every decision. 

• Respect — The best outcomes come from working together with heart and valuing every perspective. By honoring each other's expertise