Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours

UrgentVet; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave & Paid Maternity Leave

One Work/Life Balance day off

Short-term and long-term disability options

Discounted Veterinary Care

Scrub allowance

Hands-on and E-training

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students

Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians

Job summary

UrgentVet in Fort Myers is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to bridge the gap between daytime general practice and emergency overnight care. You will be responsible for animal handling, clinical skills, and facility maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and prior experience in a veterinary or customer service setting. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, flexible hours, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift forty lbs.

Responsibilities

• Animal handling including patient restraint and sample collection.
• Clinical skills including phlebotomy and catheter placement.
• Facility maintenance and client education.

Skills

Professionalism

Dependability

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Energetic

Customer service experience

Experience with animals

Job description

UrgentVet in Fort Myers is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to bridge the gap between daytime general practice and emergency overnight care. You will be responsible for animal handling, clinical skills, and facility maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and prior experience in a veterinary or customer service setting. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, flexible hours, and professional growth opportunities.