Alliance Animal Health·Elmont, New York
The role involves providing nursing care for hospitalized pets, performing diagnostic imaging, and assisting in surgical procedures. Responsibilities also include triaging patients, administering medications, and communicating treatment plans to clients.
Company Description Quality Veterinary Care is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 4 doctor general small animal practice located in Elmont, NY.
We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, and Ultrasonography.
Quality Veterinary Care is located in Elmont, NY just outside the bustling New York City center on Long Island.
The proximity to the Long Island Railroad allows for easy commute anywhere in the city.
Elmont K-6 public schools are almost all A-rated and boast lower student-to-teacher ratios than the average NY public schools, making it an ideal area to raise a family!
Popular activities in the area include a visit to the Belmont Park Racetrack, a visit to the beach or enjoying the great restaurants in the area.
This is a wonderful place to enjoy a healthy and active work-life balance!
Hours of Operation: Mon: 9AM - 8PM Tues: 9AM - 8PM Wed: 9AM - 7PM Thurs: 9AM - 8PM Fri: 9AM - 8PM Sat & Sun: 9AM - 2PM To learn more about us click Quality Veterinary Care!
Job duties include, but are not limited to: Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
We’re looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred. Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator Must be able to properly restrain pets. Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus! Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
Pay Range: $23-$25/hr depending on experience Schedule: Weekend shifts required We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/. #SS2
Candidates should have at least one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant and be proficient in pet restraint. A self-starter attitude and strong communication skills are required, with anesthesia monitoring and lab processing skills considered a bonus.
Market context
Veterinary assistant roles in New York are often competitive in busy clinics that need staff who can handle a steady patient flow and a range of animal temperaments. Employers may favor candidates with 1-2 years of veterinary experience and current enrollment in a Veterinary Technician program, along with comfort in fast-paced settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show hands-on animal handling and clinic support experience.