Veterinary Assistant
2 days ago
Join Our Fun, Passionate, and Hard-Working Team
The Bronx Veterinary Center is looking for a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Veterinary Assistant who is compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We pride ourselves on providing the highest level of patient care while fostering a workplace culture that's supportive, inclusive, and—yes—fun
Our team truly enjoys what we do. We celebrate our wins together, help each other through challenges, and believe that when you love your job, it shows in the care you provide.
What You'll Do
- Assist veterinarians and licensed technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
- Handle and care for animals with compassion and professionalism
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members (bilingual English/Spanish required)
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in exam and treatment areas
- Support the hospital's commitment to exceptional patient and client care
What We're Looking For
- Passion for animals and veterinary medicine
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy environment
- Great attention to detail and a positive attitude
- Experience in a veterinary setting preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Supportive, upbeat team culture – we truly have fun at work
- Flexible schedules to promote work-life balance
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-matched 401(k) plan
- Very generous paid time off
- Employee pet care discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Paid continuing education and career advancement programs
If you're looking for a place where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and you can be part of something special, apply today and join The Bronx Veterinary Center family
Responsibilities:
- Feed, groom and weigh animals
- Clean cages and bathe animals
- Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
- Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
- Soothe upset or frightened animals
- Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food)
- Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
- Help in cases of emergencies
- Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
- Keep accurate records and logs
- Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.g. lack of appointments, insurance matters)
- Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
Skills
- Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
- Experience in an administrative role is a plus
- Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills
- Patient and caring personality
- Ability to follow instructions properly
- Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs, birds, reptiles etc.)
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
- Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
- High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
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