Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Apopka (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a leading veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care for a variety of pets, including exotic species. This role offers a supportive environment for both experienced technicians and those just starting their careers. With a focus on professional growth, you'll receive training and access to continuing education funds, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy a collaborative atmosphere where your ideas are valued, and work-life balance is prioritized. If you're passionate about animal care and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Continuing education funds

Free mental health resources

Referral bonuses

Generous hospital discounts

Veterinary Technician education tuition support

Qualifications

• Experience in anesthesia monitoring and patient care.
• Licensed veterinary technician preferred but training available.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgeries.
• Collect patient histories and perform physical exams.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Collecting patient histories

Venipuncture

Compassionate care

Education

Veterinary Technician License

Tools

NAVTA Membership

RECOVER Training

Job description

VCA Sheeler Road Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our General Practice team full time!

Are you looking to join a committed team of professionals that have pioneered growth in the veterinary field? Do you want to advance your skills in a supportive environment? Our team has a shared devotion to provide progressive medicine with compassion as a driving force and we are eager to welcome a like-minded individual!

Why Join the Sheeler Road Family?

We are an AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital located in Apopka, just northwest of Orlando, FL. We see a variety of patients including dogs, cats, birds, pockets pets, and reptiles. Our team shares a passion for caring for pets and a strong understanding of the human-animal bond.

We are open Monday through Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8am - 12pm, and closed on Sundays.

Check out our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/sheeler-road

Being AAHA accredited, means that we demonstrate an exceptional level of veterinary medical care and client service for our patients and clients. We have a reputation for excellence, and we do all that we can to live up to that reputation each and every day.

Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view.

https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5

General Practice Service Duties:

• Anesthesia monitoring
• Collecting patient histories & physical exams
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Working towards a Hands Free Radiology program (Associate safety a top priority)
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients

Potential Schedule: Let’s connect on availability! Work life balance is a top priority!

Compensation: $15 – 19 / hour dependent on skill set, experience, and licensure status

What Makes VCA Sheeler Road Animal Hospital Unique?

Our hospital leadership team is compassionate and dedicated to your success. We truly care about the health and wellbeing of our team and stand by our core values; caring, enthusiasm, respect, and a passion for veterinary medicine.

We have recently created a wellness space in our cat boarding room. In need of a few calming breaths? You are welcome to take five and cuddle our in house patients while lounging in our oversized beanbag chair!

Interested in growing your skill set as a veterinary technician? Did I mention, we see exotic pets as well!

The BENEFITS continue to grow:

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio

Why You Should Consider Us

This role is suited for the experienced licensed tech, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone that is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.

We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Apply now- We look forward to hearing from you!

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com