Veterinary Assistant – Internal Medicine

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Veterinary Assistant – Internal Medicine Department: Veterinary Assistants: Employment Type: Full Time: Location: Huntington, New York: Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour Description: Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care – Huntington, NY Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Internal Medicine Department . This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while expanding your skills in specialty veterinary medicine . As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant, you will play a key role in both patient care and client communication , supporting our team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: - Assisting Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) and veterinarians with patient care and procedures - Preparing and positioning patients for anesthetic procedures - Safely handling and restraining dogs and cats for exams and treatments - Utilizing proper restraint techniques for physical exams and procedures - Supporting diagnostic workflows, including radiographs (X-rays) (experience a plus) - Obtai...