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Thrive Pet Healthcare
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Attendant
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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.
$38,463 / year median in New York
+32% projected growth
Job Description
Description Kennel Attendant/Veterinary Assistant Fairview Veterinary Hospital Fairport NY Full
- Time Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets' primary, specialty, and acute needs.
Our Ideal Candidate:
An upbeat, self-starter who is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail. This position would be crossed trained to be a Veterinary Assistant. Our teammates are critical to the success of our hospital and to those pet parents who choose to board their beloved pets with us . We are looking for someone who has strong work ethic, self-motivated and punctual. This candidate also wants to work in a team that works hard to ensure all tasks are completed and completed well . A full- time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week.
Job Duties:
Communicating and educating clients on medical procedures and next steps. Assisting DVMs and LVTs with patients during pre-op, surgery, and post-op. Stocking exam and treatment rooms with supplies, maintaining a sterile environment for treatment, x-ray, surgery, labs, and isolation wards. Monitoring pets, includes noting their behaviors such as eating, drinking, and identifying potential problems to the supervisor or Veterinarian. Providing enrichment and comfort to boarding pets through walking, feeding, playtimes, baths and nail trims. Maintaining the cleanliness of the hospital and boarding areas which includes but is not limited to sweeping, mopping, dusting, scrubbing runs/cages, bathroom facilities spot cleaning as needed.Job Requirements:
At least 1 year of experience in animal husbandry. Attention to detail and organizational skills. High school diploma or equivalent, AAS or higher preferred. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squatting, reach, standing, and walking throughout the day. About the Hospital For over 30 years, our hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of the Fairport, Perinton, Victor, Pittsford, and Rochester communities, dedicating our hearts to nurturing the special bond between you and your pet. We passionately believe that you are a vital partner in your pet's healthcare journey, and we walk alongside you every step of the way with empathy, open communication, and deep compassion. Our experienced veterinarians combine this gentle, loving care with the highest standards of medical quality. To ensure your pet receives the most precise diagnostics when they need them most, we are proud to provide advanced on-site imaging, including abdominal ultrasounds and echocardiograms. From routine wellness, nutrition, and behavioral guidance to advanced surgery, oral care, boarding, and bathing, we offer a comprehensive, comforting environment for all your dog's and cat's needs. Benefits- our care in action Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short
- and long
- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members: Competitive pay 401(k) with employer match Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health Paid parental leave Purr
- ental leave for when you adopt a pet Subsidized backup childcare and elder care Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning FREE CE courses Pet perks and veterinary service discounts Student loan support tools and assistance Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week.
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