Veterinary Assistant

iHire; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive veterinary clinic in Orlando, FL seeks a Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent care to pets. Responsibilities include patient triage, medication administration, and surgical assistance. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a compassionate demeanor. Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience preferred.
• Ability to properly restrain pets.
• Proficiency in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, and manage medical cases.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Assist in surgeries and manage anesthetic procedures.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Job description

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Company Description

John Young Parkway Animal Hospital is a 2-doctor progressive veterinary clinic providing excellent care to pets in the greater Orlando, FL area. We are proud to be an AAHA accredited animal hospital! We offer services including: pet examinations and wellness visits, vaccinations, routine check-ups, surgeries, dentistry, pet grooming, and boarding.

Orlando, FL is known for being a top-tier choice for tourists and families because of the vast opportunities for fun and sunshine! We are a short 30-minute drive to Disney parks, fantastic restaurants, and incredible nightlife. We are centrally located, less than an hour from beautiful New Smyrna Beaches.

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
• Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.
• Whether you're looking to master your current role or grow into the next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1 year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker, and Strong Communicator.
• Ability to properly restrain pets.
• Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We Offer Our Staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for all Employees
• Paid Bereavement, Parental Leave, and other programs
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (for licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program
• Additional Benefits (e.g., Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses)
• Note: Hiring eligibility may depend on background check completion.

For more details, including our full equal opportunity statement and physical job requirements, visit our website.

Employment Type: Full Time

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Veterinary Services