Compassionate Veterinary Assistant | Growth, Teamwork & Impact

Amerivet; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off and holidays

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

AmeriVet's Dade City Clinic in Florida is hiring a full-time veterinary assistant to join a dedicated team. The role involves loading rooms, taking histories, client education, and handling pets with calm, fear-free techniques, including IV catheter placement, blood draws, and radiography.

The ideal candidate has veterinary assistant experience and strong animal handling skills; CVT/RVT/LVT or licensure eligibility is preferred, with AVMA-accredited program background desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• CVT/RVT/LVT preferred or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Client education

Calm handling of frightened pets

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT preferred

AVMA-accredited program preferred

Tools

IV catheter placement

Blood draw

X-ray operation

Job description

AmeriVet's Dade City Clinic in Florida is hiring a full-time veterinary assistant to join a dedicated team. The role involves loading rooms, taking histories, client education, and handling pets with calm, fear-free techniques, including IV catheter placement, blood draws, and radiography.

The ideal candidate has veterinary assistant experience and strong animal handling skills; CVT/RVT/LVT or licensure eligibility is preferred, with AVMA-accredited program background desirable but not required.