Veterinary Assistant

Orlando Vets- Eastwood; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Pet discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Orlando Vets- Corrine Drive is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant in Orlando, FL to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will contribute to exceptional animal care and customer service while working a schedule that includes Mondays through Saturdays.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, vision, retirement, and employee pet discounts, plus paid time off.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Experience with animals

Vet setting familiarity

Job description

. Seeking a Veterinary Assistant

Orlando Vets- Corrine Driveis hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve —medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.

Salary: $16-$20/hr based on experience and skillset.

Schedule: Will work full-time hours Monday-Saturday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Orlando Vets- Corrine Drive

Founded in September 1991, Corrine Drive Animal Hospital emphasizes proactive preventative care to keep your pets healthy for as many years as possible. Our veterinary team in Orlando, FL is dedicated to educating pet parents and including them in the decision-making process. We focus each appointment on the individual pet and on discovering what works best for them. We like to think of ourselves as the "pediatrician for your furry kids."