🐾 Step Into Our Stunning New Space at Abingdon Square Vet Clinic! 🐾
Are you ready to take your skills to the next level in a beautiful, modern facility?
At Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic, we’re not just about top-notch care for our furry friends – we’re building a team that’s passionate about making a real difference! We’ve moved to a brand-new, state-of-the-art clinic at 374 6th Ave, New York, NY, and we’re looking for an experienced, skilled Unlicensed Veterinary Technician Assistants to join us as we elevate pet care to the next level.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Our gorgeous, spacious new facility was built with both pets and people in mind:- 5 large, beautifully designed exam rooms
- A cutting-edge surgical suite where precision meets comfort.
- A dedicated dental suite with 2 dental tables to make every procedure smooth
- An incredible staff lounge where you can relax, recharge, and enjoy top-tier amenities.
- The latest in veterinary technology and a cloud-based medical record system to make your job easier and more efficient.
At Abingdon Square, we believe that happy, healthy pets make happy people, and we go above and beyond to offer gold-standard veterinary care. Our services include routine and advanced soft tissue surgery, dental care, and urgent care during business hours. We're Fear Free, Feline Friendly Certified, and Human-Animal Bond Certified, because we know that caring for animals requires both skill and compassion.
- You can check out our amazing practice and get a glimpse of our new home at https://abingdonsquarevet.com
- Check out our Facebook to get a feel of our hospital and see all of our adorable patients!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with various tasks, including animal restraint, medication administration, and sample collection.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinic/hospital environment by disinfecting surfaces, sanitizing equipment, and cleaning kennels and cages.
- Prepare examination rooms for appointments, ensuring they are well-stocked and organized.
- Greet and assist clients, helping them feel welcome and comfortable during their visit.
- Escort clients and their pets to exam rooms and obtain preliminary information, such as medical history and reason for the visit.
- Provide support during medical procedures, including setting up equipment, holding animals, and monitoring their well-being.
- Prepare and label laboratory samples accurately, following proper protocols.
- Assist with radiography (X-rays) by positioning animals and operating equipment under the direction of the veterinary team.
- Help educate clients on topics such as medication administration, preventive care, and post-operative instructions.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of patient care, treatments, and interactions.
- Assist with inventory management, restocking supplies, and maintaining an organized storage area.
- Participate in maintaining a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
Required Credentials:
- 🩺 Preferred but not required, Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of New York, or an experienced vet tech working toward your license in the next 6 months.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Vetspire experience preferred but not required
- Previous experience working with animals, preferably in a veterinary setting.
- Strong animal handling skills and comfort working with a variety of species.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow directions closely.
- Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
- Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
- Physical stamina to lift and carry animals, stand for extended periods, and perform cleaning tasks.
What’s in It for You:
Salary: $24.00-$26.00 an hour, to commensurate with experience
- Flexible work schedules
- Health Care, Life Insurance, & Disability: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; employer-paid basic life insurance and voluntary options including AD&D; short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income during unforeseen events.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates
- Paid Time Off:
- Four (4) weeks of paid time off for all full-time teammates.
- Two (2) floating holidays for added flexibility.
- Training & Development:
- Continuing education opportunities offered to both full-time and part-time teammates.
- Personalized development programs, including regular check-ins and tailored growth plans, to help you advance in your career.
- Tuition Assistance: Support for paying off student loan debt, available to all full-time teammates.
- Uniform Allowance
- Discounted Pet Care: Available for both part-time and full-time teammates, helping you provide the best care for your pets.
- Industry Leading Parental Leave Policy:
- For Birth Parent(s): Up to 14 weeks of paid leave at 100%, which includes:
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- 6–8 weeks of 100% income replacement (40% covered by VIP, 60% by STD).
- An additional 6 weeks of paid leave at 100% covered by VIP.
- For Non-Birth Parent(s):6 weeks of paid leave at 100%, fully covered by VIP.
At Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic, we’re proud to offer the highest quality care for cats and dogs in New York City. Our team is close-knit, supportive, and dedicated to excellence – and we’ve got the tools and technology to make sure you thrive in your role. Our clinic is more than just a workplace – it’s a place where your passion for animals can truly shine. If you’re ready to step into a new, exciting chapter of your veterinary career in one of NYC’s premier clinics, we’d love to meet you. Let’s write the next success story for pets and their families together.
Apply Now to join the Abingdon Square Vet Clinic’s family and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their people! 🐾🌟
Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic is part of Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP), a network of over 60 veterinary clinics across 12 states. At VIP, we’re committed to giving our teams the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to grow personally and professionally while providing best-in-class care.
Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care.
Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment