Veterinary Assistant- Full Time

Alliance Animal Health; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Sanford seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This full-time position involves pet restraint, lab sample collection, and providing compassionate care to animals. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience and possess strong communication skills. The practice offers comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k & 401K matching)

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Tuition assistance program

Referral bonus program

Pet discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Ability to properly restrain pets.
• Proficiency in sample collection and processing laboratory tests is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, and manage nursing care.
• Collect and analyze lab samples and assist in surgeries.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team player

Multi-tasker

Strong communicator

Job description

Company Description

At Riverwalk Animal Hospital, we combine state-of-the-art medicine with a comforting, small-town atmosphere. Our mission is to deliver exceptional veterinary care in a welcoming environment. Committed to personalized attention, we prioritize the unique needs of each pet. Our focus is on open communication, integrity, and compassion, all while staying up to date with the most recent research and developments in veterinary medicine.

While we’re not open just yet, we’re excited to share a glimpse of what’s to come. Riverwalk is dedicated to providing a seamless blend of wellness and animal urgent care services. Our doors will be open seven days a week, with extended hours and walk-in availability.

To learn more about us, view our website: Riverwalk Animal Hospital

Job Description

At Riverwalk, we foster a family-like environment for our staff, building each other up and showing appreciation for everyone's contributions. We hold weekly meetings to keep the team aligned, and we offer continuing education and team-building exercises. We value every member and recognize that our success is a joint effort.

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 stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance.
• Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.
• Opportunities for growth through virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development, whether you aim to master your current role or advance your career.

Qualifications

• 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 is a bonus.
• Self-starter with a desire to continue to grow your knowledge and skills.

Additional Information

Position Type: Full-time

**Position requires late afternoon to evening availability. One weekend day required.

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 and parental leave 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 for most positions
• Additional benefits such as pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, bonuses, etc.

*Hiring may be contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Some benefits may vary for part-time employees.

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