Maricamp Animal Hospital - Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

VetEvolve; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Maricamp Animal Hospital in Ocala, FL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to assist veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, and treatments. The role focuses on compassionate care, client communication, and accurate medical record keeping.

The successful candidate will help with medication administration, lab samples, and client education while maintaining organized records and a clean hospital environment. This on-site position offers growth in a busy small-animal practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals using low-stress handling techniques.
• Educates clients on vaccinations, medications, and treatment protocols.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Animal handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maricamp Animal Hospital has made Ocala its home since 2013. We are a full-service small veterinarian who displays an unrivaled commitment to our clients. Our clinic emphasis is on regular preventive healthcare for your pets and we love to educate each client to ensure that their fur babies are healthy for as long as possible. Providing exceptional client service and veterinary health care put Maricamp on the map as the most trusted animal hospital in Ocala.

Veterinary Assistant

Position Summary

The Veterinary Assistant provides essential support to the veterinarian during outpatient exams and throughout the diagnosis and treatment of patients. They care for all patients, assist with medical procedures, and help ensure each patient receives high-quality, compassionate care. In this role, the Veterinary Assistant also serves as a key connection between the veterinarian and clients. Through exceptional service and communication, the Veterinary Assistant helps build trust and foster lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries as needed.
• Handles sensitive client situations with empathy and discretion, escalating medical questions appropriately.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals of varying sizes and temperaments using low‑stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications, draws up vaccines, collects lab samples, and performs basic lab tests as directed.
• Creates, reviews, and enters treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Educates clients on common vaccinations, medications, and treatment protocols to ensure understanding of care plans and follow‑up recommendations.
• Accurately records patient information and maintains organized, up‑to‑date medical records.
• Enters charges accurately and assists with the client check‑out process, including processing payments when needed.
• Ensures exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital spaces are clean, stocked, and well maintained.
• Demonstrates consistent reliability, punctuality, and commitment to supporting patients, clients, and hospital operations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous experience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued.
• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Maintains composure and professionalism in emotionally challenging or high‑stress situations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Hours

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Compensation And Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.