Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care & Support

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Town and Country Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support a multi-specialty veterinary team. You will assist with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and help with post-surgical care, diagnostics, and everyday hospital tasks.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with animals, can multitask, and contribute to a positive team environment. No prior experience required, but a passion for animal welfare is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Able to multitask and be a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle stressed animals.
• Experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets and assist after surgery
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aide with routine diagnostic tests (e.g., radiographs, bloodwork, fecal tests)
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, and exam areas
• Administer medications under supervision
• Feeding and bathing animals
• Answer phones and help clients with their pets

Skills

Self-starter

Multitasking

Team player

Animal care

Job description

Hospital Name: Town and Country Animal Hospital

Job Type: Support Staff

Description & Requirements

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

Job Description Overview:

. Assist with patient care and treatment

. Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery

. Maintain inventory and stocking

. Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims

· Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)

· Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment

· Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital

· Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision

· Feeding/bathing animals

· Answering phones

· Helping clients with their pets

Qualifications:

· Must be 18yrs old or older

· Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.

· Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.

· Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.

· Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.

. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.

. Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.