Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Bronx, NY

A Veterinary Assistant plays an integral role in the veterinary industry by providing essential support to Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks including maintaining medical records, cleaning and sanitizing animal cages, providing post-operative care, preparing samples for laboratory examinations, feeding and bathing animals, and assisting during patient examinations. Veterinarian Assistants often communicate with pet owners, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are paramount. Knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology is also vital.

Before becoming a Veterinary Assistant, a person could have roles such as an Animal Caretaker, Pet Groomer, or Kennel Attendant. These roles provide valuable experience in handling and caring for animals. It's not mandatory, but advantageous to have a certificate or diploma in Veterinary Assistance. These programs usually cover anatomy, animal behavior, and veterinary office practices, and are typically completed in a year or less. A certification like the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) designation is recognized by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), and can enhance employment prospects.

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Veterinary Assistant

Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....

Veterinary Assistant

  • West Hempstead, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • moments ago
  • West Hempstead, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • moments ago

Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....

Veterinary Assistant - West Chelsea Veterinary

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

We're looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our close-knit team....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Locust Valley, NY (17 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Locust Valley, NY (17 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Veterinary Assistant Department: Veterinary Assistants Employment Type: Part Time Location: Locust Valley, New York Compensation: $18.00 / hour Description Are you passionate about animals and people...

Emergency Veterinary Assistant - White Plains, NY

  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Veterinary Assistants can additionally (where permitted by law): Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels...

Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Full-Time) - Carle Place, NY

  • Carle Place, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Carle Place, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Veterinary Assistants can additionally (where permitted by law): Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Rye, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rye, NY (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Rye Harrison Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Syosset, NY (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Syosset, NY (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Nassau County independently owned animal hospital looking for experienced preferred veterinary assistant. Great atmosphere. Full time/Part time. 401K, paid time off and health insurance with FT....

Veterinary Assistant - Training Provided

  • Hicksville, NY (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hicksville, NY (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview: PetIQ is on a mission to provide accessible, affordable pet wellness care to communities across the country. As a Veterinary Clinic Assistant, youll be a key part of our mobile...

Veterinary Assistant

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview : The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Bayside, NY (7 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bayside, NY (7 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a veterinary assistant to join our team at North Shore Animal Hospital. The right candidate must be friendly, outgoing and people oriented....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Scarsdale, NY (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 8 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments. The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests....

Vet Assistant

  • Montclair, NJ (15 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (15 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 8 days ago

assistant: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person...

Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Part-Time) - Greenwich, CT

  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Veterinary Assistants can additionally (where permitted by law): Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels...

Veterinary Assistant - Park Ridge Animal Hospital

  • Park Ridge, NJ (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Park Ridge, NJ (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 10 days ago

At Park Ridge Animal Hospital, we know it takes a village to care for pets, and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together....

Demographic Data for Bronx, NY

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Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Bronx, NY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in Bronx, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
High School or GED
25.9%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in Bronx, NY
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%


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