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_PARAGRAPH JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML Albany, New York Veterinary Technician/Assistant 15169 VetCor Job Description Who we are: Parkside Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details Role:

Veterinary Assistant Status:

Full-time Salary:

$17 - $19 per hour

Schedule:

4 days per week; no nights, weekends, or major holidays Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with

You:

Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition:

Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate:

Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program Looking for a Veterinary Assistant Role Where You Can Grow? Parkside Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our fantastic team! As an established, well-managed practice, we offer the stability of an experienced hospital along with opportunities to learn, grow, and build your veterinary career. If you're passionate about animals, enjoy working with people, and want to be part of a team that values your contributions, this may be your time. We also believe that great patient care starts with a team that has time to recharge, which is why we offer a four-day workweek with no nights, weekends, or major holidays. Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here Four-day workweek No nights, weekends, or major holidays An established and well-managed veterinary practice A team that values a healthy work-life balance Opportunities for personal and professional growth A positive, supportive work environment The chance to make a difference for pets and their people every day What Our Veterinary Assistants Do As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll work alongside our veterinary team to support excellent patient care and smooth hospital operations. Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care Provide safe and compassionate animal handling and restraint Prepare exam and treatment areas for patients Support the team during appointments, treatments, and procedures Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked patient-care areas Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and teammates Jump in where needed to support an efficient hospital workflow What You'll Bring Previous veterinary field experience preferred A genuine passion for animals and veterinary medicine Strong communication and teamwork skills A dependable and positive approach Comfort working in a hands-on veterinary environment A willingness to learn and continue developing your skills Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers A team-first mindset and readiness to help where needed The Extras You'll Actually Feel We believe great patient care starts with caring for the people who care for them. That's why our schedule reflects our commitment to self-care and work-life balance. With a four-day workweek and no nights, weekends, or major holidays, you can build your veterinary career while still having time for the people and things that matter outside of work. You'll also have opportunities to learn, develop your skills, and grow alongside an experienced veterinary team. Benefits You Can't Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State veterinary technician license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! If you're looking for an established veterinary practice where you can learn, grow, contribute, and still have a life outside of work, Parkside Veterinary Hospital would love to meet you. Bring your passion for animals and your willingness to grow. Apply today! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Parkside Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and experiences. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential. Apply JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML

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