Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Lake Mary (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Senior Veterinary Assistant to join their team in Lake Mary. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community by providing exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art urgent care clinic. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating professionalism and strong communication skills while working closely with animals. With a focus on teamwork and client service, this position promises a rewarding experience in a supportive atmosphere, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package that fosters work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

401k Match

Paid time off (PTO)

Six weeks of paid Parental Leave

Work/Life Balance day off

Disability options

Supplemental insurance

Discounted Veterinary Care

Scrub allowance

Tuition assistance and reimbursement options

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital setting with animals is essential.
• Demonstrates professionalism and positive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding patient care and team leadership.
• Assist in various clinical tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient restraint

Sample collection

Monitoring

Phlebotomy

Catheter placement

Laboratory analysis

Drug calculation

Facility maintenance

Client education

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Description

UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients without the additional expense of emergency clinic fees. Our hospitals provide care for common urgent cases, including wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia. Each of our paperless clinics is designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.

Details

• Department: UrgentVet Hospitals
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: UrgentVet - Lake Mary
• Reporting To: Practice Manager

Job Overview

Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a variety of tasks and helping animals among a great team? Our clinic is seeking a Full-time Senior Veterinary Assistant to provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic.

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Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
• Energetic, with excellent work ethic, social and organizational skills
• Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Prior customer service experience
• Experience working with animals in a hospital setting
• Ability to lift 40 lbs

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Animal handling, patient restraint, sample collection, monitoring
• Clinical skills including phlebotomy, catheter placement, laboratory analysis, drug calculation
• Facility maintenance and client education

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Six weeks of paid Parental Leave
• Work/Life Balance day off
• Disability options
• Supplemental insurance
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Training and professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement options

Requirements

Must meet the minimum qualifications and be willing to perform the responsibilities outlined above.