Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Ithaca Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for outgoing assistants with a strong background in patient care and handling, who thrive on building meaningful connections with clients and their pets.

In this role, you will:

• Provide exceptional patient and client care by ensuring an efficient exam room workflow.

• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records.

• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients, answering questions with empathy and clarity.

• Support the veterinarian’s orders during outpatient care and procedures to ensure the highest level of patient care.

This position is ideal for team members who excel in client engagement and schedule management while delivering exceptional care and communication.

This is a full-time, or part-time position, with a 5-8s schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No weekends!

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $15-16 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Medication administration
  • Client education
  • Basic assisting skills: restraint, nail trims, anal glands, etc

We are a busy, two-doctor practice that has been providing loving care for more than 50 years! Our entire staff understands the importance of relationships building and treats our patients and each other like family. Friendliness and an eagerness to jump in where needed are two important characteristics of our team. We work hard, are team-oriented, and do our best to ensure everyone enjoys their time at our practice. Multiple members of our staff have been with us for years, and we utilize our team to their fullest to ensure career satisfaction and continued growth. We are a full service, well-equipped, small animal practice that primarily provides general wellness, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry services. We have excellent room for growth and encourage lifelong learning.

APPLY TODAY to contribute your skills and passion to our mission of promoting the health and well-being of pets in our community.

*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.

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