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Long Branch Animal hospital

Veterinary Assistant

Pay: $17–$19/hr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Long Branch, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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What they do

A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.

$38,612 / year median in New Jersey

+31% projected growth

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Job Description

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant We're looking for a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis . If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in excellent patient care, and value client communication, we'd love to hear from you!

Schedule:

Part-time Saturday availability is required

Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians with examinations and treatments Safely restrain dogs and cats for procedures Educate clients on medications, preventive care, and treatment plans Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital Clean and disinfect exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment Assist with patient care, medical records, and other daily hospital duties

Qualifications:

Veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred Comfortable handling and restraining animals safely and compassionately Strong communication and client education skills Team-oriented, reliable, and detail-oriented Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed If you're passionate about animal care and enjoy being part of a supportive team, we'd love to meet you. Please submit your resume and tell us why you'd be a great fit!

Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Professional development assistance Uniform allowance

Experience:

Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Long Branch, NJ 07740 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person