Experienced Veterinary Assistant: Growth & Hands-On Care

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Continuing education

Pet discounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital in Apopka, FL is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our general practice team. You will assist with exams, prep patients for procedures, and support the team to keep the hospital running smoothly.

Compensation ranges from $17.00 to $19.00 per hour based on experience, with a full-time schedule including weekend rotation. Learn more about us at vcahospitals.com/piedmont.

Qualifications

• Monitors hospitalized patients, observing and reporting changes in behavior, comfort, and vital signs to the veterinary team
• Brings a hands-on approach to pharmacy support, treatments, procedures, and diagnostics.
• Prepares treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgical suites, maintaining a clean, organized, and sterile environment
• Supports patient husbandry for hospitalized patients - feeding, walking, cage cleaning, bedding changes, and comfort care
• Assists with laboratory procedures and basic diagnostic testing
• Administers medications and helps maintain accurate patient records
• Assists with client communication, education, and coordination around patient intake and discharge
• Communicates clearly with veterinarians, technicians, and the broader care team to keep patients moving smoothly through the day
• Stays calm, adaptable, and efficient across a variety of cases and species

Responsibilities

• Assist with exams and procedures
• Prep patients for procedures and monitoring
• Support diagnostics and treatments
• Maintain clean examination and surgical areas
• Assist with patient intake and discharge
• Communicate with veterinarians and team clearly
• Support hospital workflow across shifts

Skills

Monitor hospitalized patients

Hands-on pharmacy support

Prepare treatment areas

Patient husbandry

Laboratory procedures

Administer medications

Client communication

Team communication

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Job description

VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital in Apopka, FL is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our general practice team. You will assist with exams, prep patients for procedures, and support the team to keep the hospital running smoothly.

Compensation ranges from $17.00 to $19.00 per hour based on experience, with a full-time schedule including weekend rotation. Learn more about us at vcahospitals.com/piedmont.