Veterinary Assistant (Surgery) — New York, NY

Hospital for Veterinary Surgery
New York, NY (Manhattan) Full-time Jun 14, 2026 veterinary assistantvet assistantanimal caresurgerynew yorkmanhattan
$22–$26/hourper hour

About the role

The Hospital for Veterinary Surgery (HVS) — the first surgery-exclusive veterinary hospital in NYC — is hiring a confident, skilled Veterinary Assistant for its state-of-the-art Manhattan practice. Whether you come from general practice, ER, surgery or critical care, you'll rotate across support areas and grow your technical confidence in a fast-paced specialty environment built for learning and teamwork. Pay is $22–$26/hour on a consistent 4-day week, with standout perks including unlimited CE reimbursement and a fully sponsored Penn Foster vet tech degree program.

Responsibilities

  • Provide compassionate, hands-on care to surgical and hospitalized patients
  • Assist doctors and technicians for a seamless client and patient appointment experience
  • Handle and restrain patients for consultation exams and sample collection
  • Submit patient samples to in-house and external laboratories
  • Clean, organize and stock exam rooms and the treatment area

Requirements

  • 1–2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER or specialty
  • Experience with practice management software (ezyVet used in-house)
  • Adaptability and a positive attitude with clients and coworkers
  • Sound, ethical, independent judgment and dedication to service

What we offer

  • $22–$26/hour on a consistent 4-day weekly schedule
  • Medical, dental and vision; FSA/HSA; 401(k) with match
  • Up to 120 hours PTO, paid parental leave and scrub allowance
  • Unlimited CE reimbursement plus fully sponsored Penn Foster Vet Tech degree
$22–$26/hour per hour Apply now