Veterinary Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing exceptional care to animals, assisting with surgeries, and ensuring smooth hospital operations. With access to a vast network of veterinary professionals and educational assistance for career advancement, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path for those passionate about animal welfare. Join a supportive environment that values teamwork and individual growth while making a positive impact in the community. If you're ready to help pets and their owners, apply today!

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Educational Assistance for Vet Tech Programs

Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7

Discounted Veterinary Care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Collaborative Working Environment

Qualifications

• Assist DVMs with appointments and surgical procedures.
• Obtain patient vitals and medical histories.
• Communicate effectively with clients about patient updates.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to patients alongside skilled Vet Assistants.
• Prepare and assist in surgical and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain medical equipment and ensure a safe environment for animals.

Skills

Animal Handling

Communication Skills

Medical Procedures Knowledge

Teamwork

Stress Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Medical Equipment Maintenance

Laboratory Machines

Job description

Ark Animal Hospital is located in Pace, FL and has been serving the community for 29 years. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Here at Ark Animal Hospital we have always felt it was important to offer the best medicine possible. We have seven doctors and an extensive support staff, enabling us to give our clients and their pets the individualized treatment they require. We have implemented a number of fear-free practices that help make trips to the veterinarian a stress-free experience for our clients and their pets. Our wellness clinic and hospital services allow us to help them be the best pet parent they can be. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today!

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.

Position Skills:

• Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests.
• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner.
• Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies.
• Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations.
• High quality client communication on patient updates and questions.

Position Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling.
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay range of $15-$17/hour based on experience.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401k).
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).
• Short Term Disability.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays).
• SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs.
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7.
• Discounted Veterinary Care.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth.
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!