Veterinary Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off & holidays

Career development programs

Mentorship

Job summary

AmeriVet seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant for Dade City Animal Clinic in Dade City, FL. You will help with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures, and educate clients while handling pets with a gentle, fear-free approach.

The ideal candidate has veterinary technician/assistant experience, strong animal handling and teamwork skills, and relevant certification or eligibility to obtain licensure in the state.

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 certification preferred or eligibility to obtain licensure.

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 experience

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program

Job description

## Veterinary AssistantApply: Dade City, FL: Full time: Posted 6 Days Ago: JR109649**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:* Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.* 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.