Veterinary Care Assistant: Support Pets & Team

NVA General Practice; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NVA General Practice is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to support the hospital team in delivering excellent client and patient care. The role includes assisting with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, and helping maintain a smooth workflow in a busy clinic.

You will restrain animals during procedures, assist with diagnostics, sterilize instruments, clean kennels, handle phones, and provide friendly client service.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-starter who can multitask and work well in a team.
• Enjoy working with animals and handle stress, illness, or pain.
• Prefer 1+ year experience, but not required.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Walk/stand for long periods and work in a bent or squatting position.
• Teamwork oriented and collaborate with hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Aid routine diagnostics (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feed and bathe animals.
• Answer phones and provide customer service.
• Assist clients with their pets.

Skills

Team player

Multitasking

Animal care passion

Self-starter

Compassion for animals

Job description

NVA General Practice is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to support the hospital team in delivering excellent client and patient care. The role includes assisting with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, and helping maintain a smooth workflow in a busy clinic.

You will restrain animals during procedures, assist with diagnostics, sterilize instruments, clean kennels, handle phones, and provide friendly client service.