Veterinary Assistant

134566 Dade City Animal Clinic; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

CE programs provided at no cost

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

PTO and holidays

Job summary

134566 Dade City Animal Clinic is a busy, fast‑paced hospital seeking a goal‑oriented team player to join their team.

You will assist veterinarians with exams, treatments and surgeries, handle and restrain animals; administer medications, collect lab samples, and educate clients on pet care while maintaining a clean, organized work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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

Vet tech experience

Animal handling

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Overview

Dade City Animal Clinic is a busy fast‑paced hospital looking for a goal oriented, team player to join their team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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.

Benefits

• Referral program – bring your friends and receive a paid incentive.
• Career development and advancement opportunities; CE programs provided at no cost.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

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