Veterinary Assistant
About this role
Veterinary Assistant – Join a Long-Standing Community Practice
đź“Ť Nassau, NY 12323
đź•’ Full-Time Schedule | Alternating Saturdays Required
Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a collaborative hospital where your skills are appreciated and your team genuinely supports one another? Nassau Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant to become part of our well-established practice serving pets and families throughout the community for generations.
Our five-doctor, AAHA-accredited hospital combines progressive medicine with a welcoming, team-focused culture. Many of our staff members have built long-term careers here, creating an environment where mentorship, teamwork, and quality medicine are priorities every day.
Our hospital features:
- Advanced digital radiology and diagnostic tools
- Dedicated surgical and dental suites
- Ultrasound capabilities
- Spacious treatment and hospitalization areas
- Multiple exam rooms for efficient workflow
- Grooming and training facilities
- Outdoor pet activity and enrichment spaces
Typical Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities
- Safely restraining patients for examinations and procedures
- Assisting veterinarians and technicians during appointments and treatments
- Preparing exam rooms, surgical suites, and treatment areas
- Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining medical equipment
- Collecting patient histories and recording medical information
- Assisting with laboratory sample collection and processing
- Administering medications as permitted by state regulations
- Providing compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients
- Educating clients on basic pet care, medications, and discharge instructions
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant required
- Strong animal handling and restraint skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
- Passion for providing outstanding patient care and continuing to learn
Shift & Schedule Details
This is a full-time position with a consistent weekly schedule and rotating Saturday coverage every other weekend. The hospital values work-life balance and works closely with team members to maintain dependable scheduling.
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Mental health and wellness support resources
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave options
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education opportunities
- Career growth opportunities within a multi-hospital network
- Employee pet care discounts
- Team referral incentive program
If you're looking for a hospital where you can continue building your veterinary career while working alongside a supportive and experienced team, Nassau Veterinary Clinic would love to connect with you!
Company at a glance
At Community Veterinary Partners, we believe a kinder, more compassionate world begins with how we care—for animals, for people, and for each other.
We’re a growing community of over 140 locally led general practice, exotic, large animal, and ER/Specialty veterinary hospitals, across 18 states, united by a shared mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people.
Each hospital in our community has its own story, culture, and values—and we believe in honoring and celebrating that individuality. What brings us together is a commitment to care that’s not just clinically excellent, but deeply human in spirit.
Our work is guided by four core pillars
- Elevate Care: through clinical autonomy, innovation, and shared expertise
- Champion People: with well-being support, mentorship, and career growth
- Enhance Experiences: for our teams, clients, and patients alike
- Expand Impact: in the communities we serve and the profession we love
Whether it’s mentoring the next generation of doctors, hosting clinical trials, fostering leadership, or helping a team open the doors to a new hospital, CVP is building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.
We’re not just in the business of veterinary medicine—we’re building a place where people grow, teams thrive, and every meaningful moment of care makes a difference.
Top Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Mental health and wellness support
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee pet care discounts
- Team referral incentive program
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