Compassionate Veterinary Assistant – Hospital Care

Petco; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading pet care company in Florida is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide top-notch medical care to patients and outstanding customer service to their owners. You will be responsible for the technical and customer support within the veterinary practice, assisting with appointments, surgeries, and maintaining patient records. Compassion and excellent communication skills are essential. This position fosters a team-oriented environment with a strong commitment to meeting patient needs.

Qualifications

• Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience.
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and maintain a professional attitude during stressful situations.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, record vital signs and patient histories.
• Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Schedule appointments and maintain updated client/patient records.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compassion and sympathy

Team player with adaptability

Education

1 year experience in veterinary practice or animal care

Tools

Veterinary software

Computer skills

Job description

A leading pet care company in Florida is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide top-notch medical care to patients and outstanding customer service to their owners. You will be responsible for the technical and customer support within the veterinary practice, assisting with appointments, surgeries, and maintaining patient records. Compassion and excellent communication skills are essential. This position fosters a team-oriented environment with a strong commitment to meeting patient needs.