Veterinary Assistant jobs in Somerset, NJ

We are a busy veterinary practice serving Flemington and the surrounding areas seeking a compassionate, energetic, and motivated person to join our team. As a veterinary assistant you will be: assisting the doctors in appointments by restraining patients during exams, assisting surgery technicians with aftercare of patients, and tending to medical needs of boarded patients in our hospital. At times you may be asked to help answer phones and triage phone calls.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: caring for our hospitalized patients (feeding, medicating, walking, and bathing), cleaning/sanitizing, laundry, and inventory.

The ideal candidate would be looking for part time work (20-25 hours) with the potential to work more hours. They should have a flexible schedule that would allow them to work weekend hours and some holidays. Pay to commensurate with experience.

Qualified Candidates MUST:

• Be comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments
• Be confident working in fast-paced environments
• Be able to multi-task and stay organized
• Be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• Have good communication and problem solving skills
• Have experience handling dogs and/or cats
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Be over 18 years of age

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Animal handling: 1 year (Required)
• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person