Veterinary Assistant

North Tampa Pet Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental/Vision/Health insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

North Tampa Pet Hospital in Tampa, FL seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support daily animal care and client interactions. You will help with kennel duties, exams under supervision, medication administration, and emergency response when needed.

The role requires empathy, clear communication, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. A high school diploma and veterinary assistant training are preferred; experience in clinics is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position.
• Experience in an administrative role is a plus.
• Strong client communication and rapport-building skills.
• Ability to follow instructions with care and accuracy.
• Comfortable around small animals and able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Kennel work and sanitization of cages and treatment areas.
• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations.
• Administer medications as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Observe boarded pets and report health concerns.
• Answer phones, greet clients, and schedule appointments.
• Keep accurate records and assist with client education.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Excellent communication

Client rapport

Instruction following

Physical stamina

Emergency availability

Education

High school diploma

Vet Assistant certificate

Job description

Do you love animals? Well we have the job for you, and your just a click away from starting your new career.

Veternary Assistant main requirements are knowing the routine tasks such as kennel work, holding while our veterinarians perfoms a head to paw exam, and caring for scared/injured companion animals. It is a great environment to learn and grow within the field as you continue to pursuing your passion.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Kennel work
• Disinfect cages and treatment areas
• Sterilize surgical equipment
• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians
• Observe boarding pets behavior or health condition to report to the vet
• Help in cases of emergencies
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.g. lack of appointments, insurance matters)
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
• Client education
• Answering multiple phone lines
• Greeting clients and their pets
• Conducting cash and credit card transactions
• Scheduling appointments
• Acquiring a knowledge of basic veterinary products and protocols

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience (1yr Preferred) as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
• Experience in an administrative role is a plus
• Building rapport with clients/patients
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient and caring personality
• Ability to follow instructions properly
• Comfortable being around small animals
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
• Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
• High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Benefits

• Dental/Vision/Health insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off