Company Description 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 Job Description 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 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 Additional Information 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/.