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Upper East Side Vet Clinic

Veterinary Assistant - NY - West Villiage

1231 Third Avenue , New York, NY, 10021 www.smalldoorvet.com/locations/new-york-city/upper-east-side
Job details
Hourly Rate$21‑30
Hours/Week30‑40
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: openingAppointments/day: <20 Co-workers: <10

Overview

Practice Overview

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards that is better for pets, pet parents, and our medical staff alike. Our core values of high standards, collaboration, transparency, respect and ownership sit at the heart of Small Door and set the ground rules for all that we do. We designed a reimagined veterinary experience via a membership that includes exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, and transparent pricing - delivered with modern hospitality in beautiful spaces designed by animal experts to be stress-free. We opened our flagship location in Manhattan's West Village in 2020 as proof of concept, and have continued our expansion into Boston and Washington, DC.

About the Area

Our Upper East Side practice is located at the corner of 71st Street and 3rd Avenue, in the heart of New York City's Upper East Side. We are in close proximity to Sutton Place, Lenox Hill, and Hunter College. Transportation Subway: N/Q/R (72nd St), 4/6 (68th or 77th). Bus: M98/M101/M102 (3rd and E 72nd), M72 (E 72nd and 3rd). Parking Free and metered street parking available on all surrounding cross streets.

Practice Values
ownership
high standards
respect
collaboration
transparency
Practice Type
emergency
general practice
diagnostic imaging
dentistry
Species
cat
dog
Management SoftwareVetspire

Requirements

Job Description

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards that is better for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians alike. We designed and delivered a reimagined veterinary experience via a membership that includes exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, and transparent pricing - delivered with modern hospitality in spaces designed by animal experts to be stress-free. We opened our flagship location in Manhattan's West Village in 2019 and have quickly expanded across the East Coast. Small Door now operates in New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia with continued expansion plans in 2026. At Small Door, our nurses are part of a supportive and collaborative network invested in their growth. Our veterinary assistants have the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art facilities with strong doctor:nurse staffing ratios, and have the added support of a 24/7 telehealth team and dedicated call center that drastically reduces incoming calls to the practice - this means you can focus on the pets in front of you! We are committed to a healthy work/life balance, and are dedicated to creating and maintaining a positive work culture. In addition to practicing Fear Free, we are AAHA accredited meaning we abide by incredibly high standards as an organization. What you’ll do Knowledge and ability to recognize medical emergencies and illnesses Assessing patients Recording vitals and assisting doctors with diagnostics Completing treatments as instructed by the doctor Basic husbandry and nursing care Monitoring changes in patients and providing compassionate care Assisting in and facilitating radiography capture Preparing samples for outside reference labs Running in-house labs Preparing medications Administering medications Working tele-triage shifts (additional stipend) Additional responsibilities to maintain a hospitable environment Who you are 3+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant Availability to work weekends (Saturdays) Comfortable with computers and online tools Strong enough to lift 50 lbs A thoughtful and fearless team player A go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced environment Skilled at communicating with clients Passionate about pets What you'll get Opportunities for upward mobility and professional growth. Competitive salary and benefits package. Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with a 4% company match. Generous paid time off, parental leave, and company-wide holidays. Commuter benefits and subsidized health and wellness programs. Discounted veterinary care for your furry loved ones. A chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment. A team that lives by our core values and always has your back. Small Door is proudly committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to apply to appropriate employment opportunities.