Veterinary Assistant | Flexible Schedule, Growth

CityVet; Davenport (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pet-care Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Flexible Schedules

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will support veterinarians by preparing patients for procedures, restraining animals, and coordinating client communication. A minimum of 1 year in a veterinary setting is preferred.

Responsibilities include assisting with surgeries, collecting samples, and administering medications as directed by the DVM. We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience
• Ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia/take x-rays/gather lab specimen), monitor patients post-op & restrain animals during exams
• Obtain Samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing
• Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results
• Administer Medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM
• Client Communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian’s plan of care
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will support veterinarians by preparing patients for procedures, restraining animals, and coordinating client communication. A minimum of 1 year in a veterinary setting is preferred.

Responsibilities include assisting with surgeries, collecting samples, and administering medications as directed by the DVM. We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment and opportunities for advancement.