Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; Poinciana (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Poinciana. This role involves providing exceptional care to companion animals, including pet restraint, triage, and assisting in surgical procedures. With a strong emphasis on professional development, the clinic offers opportunities for training and growth. The ideal candidate will be a calm team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for animal care. Join a supportive environment that values each patient and fosters a culture of continuous learning and advancement in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Vacation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets, triage patients, and manage medical care.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Pet Restraint

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

Veterinary Assistant Experience

Job description

Company Description

Here at Poinciana Pet Clinic, we are dedicated to providing excellent, comprehensive care to companion animals in the South Orlando area. Our parent practice, Kissimmee Animal Hospital, has provided world-class veterinary service since 1974. We are an outpatient clinic that continuously maintains ambitious standards and client-centered service. We take on a personalized approach with each patient to maximize health and results. Poinciana Pet Clinic values each patient as our own. By combining high-quality treatment and responsible ownership, we believe we can give pets an unmatched, high quality of life!

Poinciana Pet Clinic is well-equipped with state-of-the-art technology and equipment to provide pets in the area with the best possible outpatient treatment. Our experienced team provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care along with additional resources to optimize our clients’ well-being. We have close relationships with nearby specialists for after-hour calls, referrals, or emergencies.

Poinciana, 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, Poinciana (just outside the city’s center) has grown to feature upscale dining, high-end outlet shopping centers, and entertainment 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. Explore Old Town or bountiful lakes with fishing and wildlife viewing. Poinciana is the gateway to Kissimmee’s Chain of Lakes. With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone whether you prioritize to chill or thrill.

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

1. 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

We’re looking for:

• 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:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA).
• 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.
• Career Development Opportunities.
• 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.

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