Senior Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care Leader

Westwood Animal Hospital; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision Options

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity

One Work/Life Balance day off

Short-term and long-term disability

Supplemental insurance options

Discounted Veterinary Care

Scrub allowance

Hands-on and E-training

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for prospective Vet

Job summary

Westwood Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to support a fast-paced, multi-doctor hospital. You will assist veterinarians, restrain animals during exams, stock rooms, sterilize tools, and maintain equipment. Strong client service is essential as you educate clients and update patient records.

On-site role with occasional weekend shifts; prior hospital experience is preferred to ensure smooth patient care and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong patient care and client service skills.
• Ability to restrain animals during examinations.
• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Willing to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
• Restrain animals as necessary to ensure safety.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies.
• Sterilize tools and ensure equipment is in working order.
• Update patient files and communicate with clients.

Skills

Customer service experience

Lift 40 lbs

Job description

Westwood Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to support a fast-paced, multi-doctor hospital. You will assist veterinarians, restrain animals during exams, stock rooms, sterilize tools, and maintain equipment. Strong client service is essential as you educate clients and update patient records.

On-site role with occasional weekend shifts; prior hospital experience is preferred to ensure smooth patient care and team collaboration.