Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Mayfair Pet Hospital; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayfair Pet Hospital in Kissimmee, FL, is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant. The role involves patient care, surgical assistance, and effective communication with clients. Join a caring team focused on providing quality veterinary services while enjoying the vibrant local community.

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

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience preferred.
• Proficient in sample collection and processing laboratory tests.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint and triage incoming patients.
• Management and nursing care of medical cases.
• Surgical preparation and assistance.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Education

Veterinary Assistant

Tools

Anesthesia Monitoring

Job description

Here at Mayfair Pet Hospital located in Kissimmee, FL we understand that your pets are equally important members of your family, therefore providing quality yet affordable veterinary care to your pets is our main goal and priority. Our Doctors and staff are very knowledgeable, experienced, caring and eager to assist you and your pets with a variety of medical needs. We offer services from ultrasound machine, digital x-rays, full-surgery suite, and both general practice as well as urgent care.

Kissimmee is a place where you can find excitement for everyone. Enjoy world-famous attractions just minutes away at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando. Continue the adventure with ziplining through treetops, air balloon rides or head to the Everglades and take part in discovering birds, alligators, and the beauty of nature.

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and 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 Assistantwith a minimum of 2-years 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, andanesthesia 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.