Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor; Painesville, Highway (OH, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated veterinary assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves assisting with a variety of procedures, administering medications, and maintaining accurate health records. The company values work-life balance and offers competitive pay along with a range of benefits, including health insurance and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Support Program

Paid Time Off

Discounted lab work

Uniform allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus

Qualifications

• Compassionate individual with experience in veterinary assistance.
• Ability to perform medical tasks and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures and surgeries, ensuring animal safety.
• Maintain records and monitor patient health during treatments.

Skills

Animal Restraint

Medication Administration

Record Keeping

Cleaning and Sterilization

Patient Monitoring

Client Education

Job description

Who we are:

Park Heights Animal Care Center is seeking a veterinary assistant. We are a 3-doctor practice located just outside The Villages in Fruitland Park, Florida. We are looking for a motivated, compassionate, dedicated individual who can confidently perform the following tasks:

• Assisting with Procedures: Restraining animals for examinations, assisting with surgeries, and collecting samples for lab testing.
• Medication and Treatment: Administering prescribed medications and immunizations, and monitoring animals during and after treatments.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of animal health, medications, and procedures.
• Cleaning and Sterilization: Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages, and examination rooms, as well as sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Patient Monitoring: Observing animal behavior, monitoring vital signs, and reporting any changes to the veterinarian or veterinary technician.
• Education and Client Relations: Providing pet owners with information on animal care, vaccinations, and preventative care.

We value a strong work-life balance and offer competitive pay and benefits, including:

• Financial Benefits: Flexible compensation reflecting your skillset and performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program, Referral bonus program.
• Wellness Benefits: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), supplemental insurance, paid parental leave, Sick Time/Paid Time Off, discounted lab work, pet discounts, pet food discounts.
• Workplace Benefits: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus, professional development, license and exam fee reimbursements, continuing education, uniform allowance, access to VetCor Techlife Facebook group.
• Lifestyle Benefits: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, employee discount programs.

If you think you're the right fit, join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners!

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, authentic, and empowered to reach their full potential.