Veterinary Assistant
Pure Paws Veterinary Care
$30 - $34 / hour
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Description
Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hell's Kitchen is hiring a part-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
- Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
- Annual Uniform Allowance – Receive $100 each year to help you feel comfortable and professional on the job.
Salary: $30- $34 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a part time position. Shifts may begin as early as 6:45 AM, with closing shifts running as late as 8:30 PM. Weekend availability is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications:
- Must have 2 years of veterinary experience.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
About Pure Paws Veterinary Care — Hell’s Kitchen
Located in the heart of Manhattan at 506 W 42nd Street, Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hell’s Kitchen is a full-service, Fear-Free Certified, Cat-Friendly Practice® committed to providing exceptional veterinary medicine. We believe every pet is unique, so we take a personalized approach, designing customized wellness plans that consider each patient’s individual needs.
Our state-of-the-art facility includes advanced diagnostic equipment, like ultrasound and digital radiography, enabling us to deliver comprehensive care, from routine wellness exams and dental care to surgery and in-house laboratory testing. Under the leadership of Dr. Stephanie Liff, our dedicated team places a high priority on preventive care, client education, and creating a calming, stress-free environment for both pets and their families.
Open seven days a week, we’re proud to serve the Hell’s Kitchen community with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to supporting your pet through every stage of life.
Benefits
- 401(k)
About this role
Pure Paws Veterinary Care's Hell's Kitchen location is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to support its team of veterinarians and technicians in a Fear-Free Certified, Cat-Friendly practice. You'd work across the full range of clinic operations—assisting with exams, surgeries, and treatments; handling lab work like blood and urine collection; preparing and sterilizing surgical areas; and managing basic animal care including feeding, bathing, and exercise. The role also involves maintaining medical records, communicating with pet owners about their care plans, and keeping the clinic clean and well-stocked.
This position requires two years of prior veterinary experience and demonstrated competency in disinfection, medication administration, and diagnostic equipment. You'll need the physical capability and compassion to handle animals safely, and flexibility with scheduling: shifts start as early as 6:45 AM or close as late as 8:30 PM, with required weekend availability. The pay is $30–$34 per hour depending on your background.
Beyond the hourly rate, Pure Paws offers a pet discount, a 401(k) with company match, a $100 annual uniform allowance, and a $1,000 referral bonus if you bring in new hires. The clinic operates seven days a week from a state-of-the-art Manhattan facility and emphasizes preventive care and low-stress environments for animals and their owners.
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $60,000
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