Veterinary Assistant

East Hampton Veterinary Group is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or grow a career in veterinary medicine. We provide hands-on training, mentorship, and skill development designed to help you build clinical confidence and advance your knowledge. For candidates interested in pursuing credentialing, this role can help set you on the path toward becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician.

What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.

• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.

• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.

• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $18.50- $22.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Full-time role offering a 4-day workweek. Shifts are scheduled Monday–Saturday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries

• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately

• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces

• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples

• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian

• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed

• Maintain accurate medical records

• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits

• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is preferred but not necessary. We are willing to train you!

• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.

• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About East Hampton Veterinary Group

East Hampton Veterinary Group has been a cornerstone of the East End since 1929, making us the oldest and most established veterinary practice in the community. For nearly a century, our hospital has provided trusted and compassionate care to generations of pets and their families. Many of our clients have been with us for years, regarding us as part of their extended family. What began as a small-town clinic has grown into a well-established, full-service practice known for blending modern medicine with the warmth of a tight-knit community atmosphere.

Today, our hospital is owned and led by Dr. Kenneth Palmer, who combines traditional veterinary medicine with homeopathic and holistic treatments such as Chinese herbal therapies and acupuncture. This balance of approaches allows us to serve a diverse and loyal client base that values high-quality, individualized care. Our facility is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house laboratories, and echocardiogram capabilities, giving our doctors the tools to practice advanced diagnostics and treatment. We provide a wide range of surgical services, from routine procedures to more advanced offerings such as TPLO and TTA, along with dentistry, acupuncture, and fear-free techniques.