Veterinary Assistant — Caring, Fast-Paced Animal Care Pro

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

401k Match

PTO

Parental Leave

Work/Life Balance day

Disability options

Supplemental insurance

Discounted veterinary care

Scrub allowance

Hands-on training

Professional growth

Tuition assistance

Job summary

American Veterinary Group (AVG) seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor hospital. Responsibilities include restraining animals during exams, stocking rooms, sterilizing tools, and updating patient files.

The ideal candidate has a friendly, professional demeanor, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team. On-site presence and flexibility, including some weekends, are required.

Qualifications

• Prior customer service experience.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• On-site presence required with weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in patient care and examinations.
• Restrain animals as needed during exams.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies and sterilize tools.
• Update patient files and communicate with clients.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and working.

Skills

Customer Service

Lifting 40 lbs

Job description

American Veterinary Group (AVG) seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor hospital. Responsibilities include restraining animals during exams, stocking rooms, sterilizing tools, and updating patient files.

The ideal candidate has a friendly, professional demeanor, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team. On-site presence and flexibility, including some weekends, are required.