Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Company Description

At Inwood Animal Clinic, we specialize in quality veterinary care for pets of all ages. We are available to address any potential issues, so our patients will enjoy a lifetime of great health! Our goal is to deliver top-quality care for every animal that walks through our doors. We've been serving New York City since 2008. we're conveniently located on Broadway between Academy Street and 204th Street.

Our hours of operation are:

• Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Tuesday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
• Wednesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Friday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
• Saturday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

To learn more about us, click here: Inwood Animal Clinic

*Part-time or Full-time position available

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

Veterinary Assistant/ Pharmacy Tech

• Safely and confidently restrain dogs (including large breeds) and cats, even the more “spirited” ones.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments.
• Support the pharmacy team by preparing and filling medications, maintaining inventory, and becoming familiar with common veterinary medications and protocols.
• Help ensure prescriptions are accurately labeled and ready for client pick-up while following clinic safety procedures.
• Keep the clinic organized, clean, and running smoothly.
• Arrive on time and be dependable—our patients (and team!) count on you.
• Be open to jumping in and helping with other tasks as needed.
• Educating and communicating with clients on basic pet care in person and on the phone.
• Strong client communication. 

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting preferred (1–2 years ideal).
• Ideally enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when assisting with medications and pharmacy support tasks.
• Organized and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Comfortable working around the occasional strong odors and noises that come with caring for animals. The role may also involve exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste, and some contagious conditions—but we provide training and safety precautions to help keep you protected.

*Part-time or Full-time position available

Additional Information

Pay Range: $18 to $24/hr based on level of experience 

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

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