Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are: Veterinary Eye Centers are New York City’s first specialty practice group dedicated exclusively to advanced animal eye care. Under the leadership of our Founding Medical Director, Dr. LoPinto, our newest location in Park Slope, Brooklyn is built on the same foundation that defines our current practices in other boroughs: exceptional medicine, thoughtful client communication, and a deeply collaborative team culture. Our practice brings together state-of-the-art diagnostics, microsurgical expertise, and a meticulous approach to ophthalmology, all delivered with compassion and clarity. As we expand to Brooklyn, we’re focused on building a specialty hospital where clinical excellence, professional growth, and supportive teamwork are always in clear focus. We’re proud to be part of a small but growing movement to raise the bar for both patient care and workplace culture. At VEC, you’ll find a schedule designed with balance in mind, a leadership team that listens, and a spirit of innovation that keeps us constantly evolving. Whether you’re drawn to the precision and complexity of ophthalmological surgery, the chance to work in a highly specialized field, or simply the opportunity to be part of a kind and passionate team, VEC is a place to thrive. We’re seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our founding clinical team. Whether your background is in general practice, emergency or you’ve already worked in specialty care, this is a unique opportunity to take your skills to the next level in a state-of-the-art hospital designed for learning, teamwork, and excellence. This is a chance to help shape the protocols, culture, and rhythms of a brand-new specialty practice. You’ll be instrumental in helping us build a team that functions with trust, efficiency, and heart. What We Offer: The pay range for this role is: $21-$25/hr 4 day work week No weekends, no nights, no on-call, no major holidays! Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage FSA/HSA Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year 401(k) with a company match Scrub Allowance Paid Parental Leave Elective benefits through MetLife Employee pet discounts Discounted pet insurance What We Require: 1-2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER, or specialty An interest and excitement for Veterinary Ophthalmology Experience with practice management software, (ezyVet is our in-house platform) Adaptability, being able to pivot effortlessly while demonstrating a positive attitude with clients and co-workers Sound judgment with the ability to work ethically, independently, and responsibly Dedication to excellent service for each client and patient and respect for coworkers Flexibility, curiosity, and the desire to help build something new What Makes This Role Unique: This is a Launch position as we've just opened our fourth location in Park Slope Brooklyn! In addition to traditional Veterinary Assistant duties, you will: Provide compassionate, hands-on care to patients including supporting both consultations and Ophthalmic surgical sanitization Assist Doctor and Technicians in providing a seamless client and patient appointment experience Our Veterinary Assistants play an important role in educating clients about their pet’s care and gathering thorough patient histories to support the medical team. Handling and restraint of patients for consultation exams and patient sample collection for Ophthalmic disease testing Handling and submission of patient samples to in-house and external laboratory Thorough cleaning, organization, and stocking of appointment exam rooms and appointment treatment area Continuing Education: We believe in helping you grow. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned pro. Veterinary Assistants here are eligible to receive unlimited CE registration reimbursement for things like conferences, wet labs, and skill-building courses (plus we’ll cover up to $750 per year in related travel expenses if needed). You’ll even have the chance to bring back what you learned and share it with the team. If you're excited about learning, we're here to support it, every step of the way. Penn Foster: Full-time Veterinary Assistants in good standing can advance their careers through our fully sponsored Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Degree Program, one of the few AVMA-accredited online programs in the country. We pay for up to four semesters of tuition directly and support you along the way with structured check-ins and flexibility to complete required externships. After graduation, we also cover your VTNE exam and licensure fees, with no post-graduation work commitment required. We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for our company, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You. NYS Pay Range $21 — $25 USD

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