Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Department:

Veterinary Assistants Employment Type:

Full Time Location:

Oyster Bay, New York Compensation:

$17.00

• $18.

00 / hour Description We are seeking a warm, friendly and dedicated Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our amazing team at Oyster Bay Animal Hospital (OBAH). The ideal candidate will have a passion for animals and excellent customer service skills. Why OBAH? At Oyster Bay Animal Hospital we aim to break the mold of stuffy and impersonal veterinary care. We dream big, love everyone, have fun at work, and excel

TOGETHER.

We are not just a veterinary company, but a vision. We love animals of all species and breeds, as well as humans of all backgrounds, cultures and beliefs. We strive to exceed expectations and sweep our clients off their feet with our superb customer service and tailored veterinary care. Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. Our team wants you to know... Everyone is considered a leader and an integral member of the health care delivery team. Every day at OBAH, it is our friendly team's responsibility to help make the veterinary experience a positive one. In addition to mandatory veterinary knowledge and training, our team is selected for kindness, compassion, patience, professionalism, integrity, and agility.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Provide friendly, quality customer care to patients and clients Assist with animal handling and restraint Determine the status of the patient's immunizations and tests Greet clients and their pets and set them up for examinations Assist in cleanliness and maintenance of the hospital to ensure a great client experience. Accurately input data into computer software Some reception work including but not limited to answering phones, responding to emails, responding to text messages, scheduling appointments, checking clients out, confirming appointments and obtaining all necessary medical history Making outbound calls to schedule appointments for pets that are past due for services Understand common vaccination protocols, basic lab tests, common diseases, veterinary terminology and pet behavior Fill prescriptions, food requests, and over-the-counter products as instructed by a veterinarian

• This is not a complete list of job duties; some tasks may be assigned or reassigned as policies and procedures change Skills Knowledge and Expertise At least one year of Veterinary Assistant experience required. High school diploma or greater Weekend availability Ability to lift 30-50 pounds Benefits Comprehensive Training & Career Development
• Gain access to ongoing learning opportunities and career growth programs. Competitive Compensation
• Enjoy a wage that reflects your skills and experience. Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being. Annual CE Stipend
• Financial support for continuing education or professional certifications. Exclusive Pet Care Discounts
• Significant savings on pet exams, treatments, and boarding. Uniform & Equipment Coverage
• Paid scrubs and essential tools to set you up for success. Generous Paid Time Off
• Recharge with paid vacation and personal days. 401(k) with Company Match
• Invest in your future with our retirement savings plan.