Overview

Join out team at West Chelsea Veterinary!
We’re not just a veterinary hospital—we’re a compassionate, connected team dedicated to making a real difference every day. We’re excited to welcome a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant who brings dedication, empathy, and a strong work ethic to support our patients, clients, and medical team. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s vibrant West Chelsea neighborhood, we’re proud to be part of a creative, caring community that values connection and trust. Here, relationships with pets and their people are at the core of everything we do. This is your chance to grow, contribute, and have your voice heard in a purpose-driven environment. Why you'll love us:

Supportive, Fun Team Culture - We treat every pet like family and value every team member like gold, creating a supportive and caring environment. We take our work seriously but never miss a chance to laugh, enjoy team lunches, and celebrate successes together. Compassion, collaboration, and camaraderie thrive here.
Cutting-Edge Care with Heart - Our full-service hospital offers wellness and preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and acupuncture. Every service is delivered with empathy and excellence.
Growth & Teamwork Culture - We believe in building strong relationships, embracing teamwork over ego, and constantly learning and leveling up together.

What you'll be doing:

Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions.
Prepping patients for exams and surgeries.
Administering medications as directed.
Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.)
Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas.
Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes.
Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures.
Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care.
Partnering with Credentialed Technicians and DVMs to provide top-tier care.

You might be a great fit if:

You love animals (obviously) and have a calm, steady presence
You’re a great communicator and work well with clients and teammates
You’re organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
You’re cool under pressure and thrive in a busy hospital setting
You’re eager to learn and grow in your role
You value teamwork and know how to pitch in wherever you’re needed

What's in it for you?

Competitive pay, based on experience
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (including free outpatient mental health care)
Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
Uniform allowance
Pet care discounts for your personal pets
PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
A 401(k) with up to 5% company match.

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special? Apply today!

Check us out: www.westchelseavet.com

West Chelsea Veterinary is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group– see what that means for you: encorevet.com

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $23.00 /Hr.

Encore Vet Group is more than a group of veterinary hospitals. We’re reimagining what it means to support the entire veterinary profession. Work with us. Our community of veterinary hospitals is built on connection, collaboration, and growth. We lighten the administrative load so practices can focus on what matters most — caring for pets — while we help teams thrive through mentorship, leadership development, and operational support. Joining Encore means you get the strength of a larger network without losing what makes your hospital unique. Learn with us. We believe learning never stops in veterinary medicine. That’s why our onsite and virtual education programs are available to EVERYONE in vet med — from veterinary students to client service representatives, practice managers, and beyond. Our programs are designed to grow skills, spark innovation, and keep the profession moving forward. Consult with us. Encore Veterinary Consulting brings expert guidance to both Encore hospitals and independent veterinary practices. Our consulting team partners with leaders to strengthen culture, improve operations, and build sustainable growth strategies — helping veterinary practices reach new heights! At Encore, we believe that when the profession grows, we ALL grow. Connect with us to see how we’re building a stronger future for veterinary medicine.

Veterinary Assistant - West Chelsea Veterinary

Veterinary Assistant - West Chelsea Veterinary

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