Veterinary Assistant

Join Our Veterinary Team! We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing veterinary practice. If you love animals, enjoy helping people, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you!  Home Veterinary Services is a full-service veterinary clinic offering state-of-the-art resources in the comfort of a remodeled 1918 craftsman style home in Trumbull.  Learn more about us at Home Veterinary Services!  Pay Range: $18-$21/hr Job Type: Full Time Position Responsibilities - Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations and treatments - Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other patients - Prepare examination and treatment areas - Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and treatment areas - Assist with animal care, feeding, walking, and monitoring - Collect, prepare and perform laboratory samples as directed - Assist with Radiographs and ultrasounds - Help maintain accurate medical records - Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients (in-person as well as over the phone) - Provide support during procedures and appointments - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment - Perform other duties as needed to support the veterinary team Qualifications - Previous veterinary experience preferred - 1 year minimum. - A genuine love and respect for animals - Strong communication and organizational skills - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn - Comfortable working with animals of different sizes and temperaments - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure - Proficient in sample collection and obtaining medical histories - Veterinary Assistant certification is a plus but not required - Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset Pay Range: $18-$21/hr  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 pre-employment screening.*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/.