Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Kissimmee Animal Hospital; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this dynamic role, you'll be responsible for a range of tasks including patient triage, medication administration, and surgical assistance, all while ensuring the highest standards of care. You'll have the opportunity to grow through various training programs and development opportunities. Nestled in a vibrant community near the theme park capital, this position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment that values both professional and personal growth. If you're passionate about animal welfare and looking to advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Skills in pet restraint, communication, and multi-tasking are essential.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients, administer medications, and manage surgical prep.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Pet restraint

Triage incoming patients

Collection and analysis of lab samples

Diagnostic imaging

Administration of medications

Effective communication

Surgical preparation and assistance

Anesthetic management

Compassionate and calm demeanor

Multi-tasking

Education

Veterinary Assistant experience (1 year preferred)

Tools

Laboratory tests processing

Radiographs

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Kissimmee Animal Hospital has provided world-class veterinary service to companion animals and pocket pets for nearly fifty years. Our hospital is an AAHA-Accredited hospital that continuously maintains ambitious standards and client-centered service. Our veterinarians strive to provide personalized care to each pet with an emphasis on education. We take on a personalized approach with each patient to maximize health and results. By combining high-quality treatment and responsible ownership, we believe we can give pets an unmatched, high quality of life.

Our practice is well-equipped with state-of-the-art technology and equipment to provide pets in the area with the best possible treatment. Kissimmee Animal Hospital provides wellness exams, puppy and kitten care, senior care, pain management, and surgery. We offer dental and digital radiography through board-certified radiologists, ultrasounds, and a fully stocked pharmacy in-house.

Kissimmee, Florida, is a breath of fresh air just miles away from the theme park capital of the world. While the city of Orlando was built on theme park fame, Kissimmee (just minutes away from Orlando’s center) has grown to feature world-famous restaurants, theatre performances, high-end outlet shopping centers, and amazing concert and sporting venues. This suburb of Orlando offers an eclectic mix of urban and lake living as near or far from the bustling attractions as you desire. Residents enjoy a variety of neighborhood districts, sunny winters, breathtaking views from sunrise to sunset, relaxing springs, and countless adventures to explore. With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone whether you prioritize to chill or thrill.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Pet restraint
2. Triage incoming patients
3. Collection and analysis of lab samples
4. Diagnostic imaging
5. Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
6. Administration of medications
7. Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
8. Surgical preparation and assistance
9. Anesthetic management

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• *Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.