Veterinary Assistant

134566 Dade City Animal Clinic; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off and holidays

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

AmeriVet's Dade City Clinic in Florida is hiring a full-time veterinary assistant to join a dedicated team. The role involves loading rooms, taking histories, client education, and handling pets with calm, fear-free techniques, including IV catheter placement, blood draws, and radiography.

The ideal candidate has veterinary assistant experience and strong animal handling skills; CVT/RVT/LVT or licensure eligibility is preferred, with AVMA-accredited program background desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• CVT/RVT/LVT preferred or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Client education

Calm handling of frightened pets

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT preferred

AVMA-accredited program preferred

Tools

IV catheter placement

Blood draw

X-ray operation

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Dade City Animal Clinic located in Dade City, Fl is actively seeking a full‑time veterinary assistant to join their amazing team. The ideal candidate will be confident loading rooms, taking histories, working well with a team, embraces client education and handles pets with a gentle, calm, and fear free technique. The skill set we are looking for is the ability to place IV caths, draw blood for in-house lab test, and understand how to properly do x-rays. If you are a skilled veterinary assistant looking to use your skill set and join a great team, we would love to hear from you.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred – or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well‑being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well‑being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well‑being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full‑time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people‑focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.