Physician Assistant / Surgery - Neurological / Florida / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant
Total Spine & Brain Institute
Vet assistant job in Brandon, FL
We have an immediate opening for a Physician Assistant. One year of clinical experience required. Surgical experience not required. Train alongside our team of Neurosurgeons and PAs. Primary role will be clinic based with responsibilities to include evaluation and management of neurosurgical patients in the outpatient setting. Other responsibilities include performing inpatient consultations and first-assisting during surgery during infrequent periodic cross coverage with our existing team of PAs. Call is from home and is distributed equitably. You will not be required to come in overnight. Must have Florida state license. Excellent pay, health insurance, 401K plan, PTO, holiday pay, and bonus potential. Very collegial work atmosphere.
· 401(k)
· Health insurance
· Dental insurance
· Vision insurance
· Flexible schedule
· Paid time off
· Graduate of an accredited PA program with current Florida PA licensure and NCCPA certification
· Prior inpatient experience in neurosurgery, orthopedic spine, neurology, or hospitalist medicine preferred
· Strong clinical documentation and time management skills
· Professional bedside manner and ability to work efficiently with hospital staff and neurosurgery attendings
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Brandon, FL 33511 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Brandon, FL 33511: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
$115k-130k yearly 1d ago
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Physician Assistant / Surgery - Neurological / Florida / Locums to Perm / Locum - Physician Assistant Neurosurgery ?- Tampa, FL Pay Rate: $150 hourly as per 1099
Greenstaff Medical Us
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
Locum - Physician Assistant (Neurosurgery) - Tampa, FL
Pay Rate: $150 hourly as per 1099
Highlights
· Immediate and ongoing need for Physician Assistant (Neurosurgery) - Tampa, FL
· Facility Type Hospital based.
Scheduled Shifts: DAYS
Inpatient + On Calls
Practice Setting
Hospital Setting: Hospital, Inpatient Minimum of 2 years of experience as an advanced practice provider in Neurosurgery OR.
Requirements
Board Certified ? REQUIRED
BLS, ACLS - Required
Active FL license - REQUIRED
EMR, EPIC ? REQUIRED
Credentialing
Credentialing window: 30-60 Days
Why Choose Greenstaff Medical US? Here?s What Sets Us Apart:
Hourly Rates: $150 for 1099
Malpractice Insurance
Travel reimbursement
Licensure reimbursement
Certification reimbursement
Full benefits ? Health, Dental, Vision and 401K for W2 employees
Referral bonuses of $2,000
Please reach out to Ashwell Swarts , Physician and Provider?s Recruitment Consultant via call/text ( 469 264 5083) , or email ashwell.swarts@greenstaffmdeical.com for any questions/referrals.
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Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $150.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
$28k-101k yearly est. 1d ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics / Florida / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant
Frontier Physical Medicine 4.1
Vet assistant job in Clearwater, FL
Frontier Physical Medicine is hiring a Physician's Assistant for our clinic in Clearwater Florida. This is a full time position; our office schedule is 4 days a week, Tuesday through Friday.
The Physician Assistant will be working under the direction of our Supervising Physician. Duties & responsibilities include executing procedures on patients as per their laid out treatment protocols, working in collaboration with our Supervising Physician to maintain compliance, performing orthopedic exams on Physical Medicine patients, delivering trigger point and joint injections as laid out in patients treatment protocols, working with patients that aren?t making desired progress, conducting RFAs & Vein ablations on patients etc.
The Physician Assistant must have great communication skills, be organized, be able to keep in procedure notes for all treatments done on patients. Must have all CMEs and other state requirements up to date. All additional training will be paid for by Frontier Physical Medicine. Salary will be based on experience & other factors
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
$21k-66k yearly est. 1d ago
Veterinary Assistant- Internal Medicine
Bluepearl 4.5
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled VeterinaryAssistant.
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 / hour
This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency leveling system.
We are seeking a motivated assistant who possesses the drive to succeed in a busy hospital and has an interest in working in an educational environment. BluePearl is a proud advocate of those wanting to continue to grow personally and professionally in the veterinary field and even those considering a technician specialty.
The Internal Medical Service attends to a wide variety of cases and manages complex long-term disease processes. Assistants in this service will assist their team in all medical and endoscopic procedures associated with maintaining and stabilizing their patients.
As a VeterinaryAssistant, you will:
Calmly and gently approach and handle our patients according to safety protocols and our core values
identify abnormal pathology
Understand our hospital estimates and can clearly present and explain them to our clients
Have patience and empathy to address client concerns
Educate clients in the areas of Internal Medicine and can provide exceptional care for our patients
Prepare medications and our patients/clients for discharge with concise directions for our clients
Support your Internal Medicine team in all aspects of care for your patients
Why BluePearl?
Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
We encourage you to grow with us. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.
To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Parental leave benefits
Flexible work schedules
401k and retirement planning
Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans
A regional licensed social worker who can provide guidance, advice, and tips/tricks on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while working in a fast-paced emergency and specialty care environment
We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.
BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
$17-25 hourly Auto-Apply 10d ago
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital 3.8
Vet assistant job in Citrus Park, FL
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
The VeterinaryAssistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician's productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients. Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts. Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues. Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts. Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. Assist with surgery as applicable. Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinaryassistant skills and duties. Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital. Other job duties as assigned. THE FIVE PRINCIPLES Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal. Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we support the responsibility of others. Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure. Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best. Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES Leadership Action Oriented Customer Focus Listening Peer Relationships Personal Learning Functional Ensure medical quality Effective communication Position Description VeterinaryAssistant - Job Description.docx 2 of 3 Last Revised: 05/03/2018 JP Drive for results Functional Skills Priority Setting CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) Ability to multi-task- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. Organizational ability - Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order. Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized medical software, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) Initiative - shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. Integrity - Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. Cooperativeness - Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. Flexibility - Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. Independence - Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision as appropriate. Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency - Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time. Ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. Position Description EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING Certificate of completion from a NAVTA approved VeterinaryAssistant program, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinaryassistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice. Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances. One year related experience required with customer service preferred.
The pay range for this role is
$15.19 - $19.41 Hourly
The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate's experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.
Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our veterinary professionals and believe that addressing student debt is crucial for the long-term health of the veterinary profession.
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.
Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you'll have financial protection.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.
Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.
Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*
Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.
Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*
Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*
Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*
Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
$15.2-19.4 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Alliance Animal Health 4.3
Vet assistant job in Riverview, FL
Big Bend Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, state of the art, fast paced, one doctor, small animal practice located in Riverview, FL. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Dentistry, Cold Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital Full-body Radiology, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding, and Grooming services.
Big Bend Animal Hospital is located in Riverview, just south of Tampa close to Brandon mall. It is a fast-growing area but maintains a rural feel. The proximity to I 75 allows for an easy commute to both the Tampa Bay, and the Sarasota area. Popular things to do in the area include Bush Gardens, Florida Aquarium and Zoo Tampa, beaches, boating, Ybor City downtown scene and more! Our public schools are excellent, making it an ideal area to raise a family!
To learn more about us click here.
Job Description
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 degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We're looking for:
* An experienced VeterinaryAssistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
* Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
* Must be able to properly restrain pets.
* Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
* Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
Additional Information
Pay range: $17-$18/hr per experience
Job Type: PRN as needed
We offer our staff:
* Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
* Paid Bereavement Program
* Paid Parental Leave Program
* Competitive Compensation
* Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
* Tuition Assistance Program
* Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
* Career Development Opportunities
* Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
* Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
* Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
* Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit ************************************************************
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$17-18 hourly 40d ago
Veterinary Assistant - Animal Care Specialist I
Manatee County (Fl
Vet assistant job in Bradenton, FL
Work Hours: 40-hour work week (4-10hr shifts) with some holiday and weekend coverage Expected Starting Hourly Range: $18.40 - $23.00 Plays a direct role in achieving Manatee County's no-kill mission and goal by providing hands-on care for animals in the shelter, working with internal departments to find those animals homes wherever possible, and serving as ambassadors for county residents, volunteers, and adopters who visit the shelter. Contributes to the health, wellbeing, and general care of dogs and cats. Plays a unique role as the direct day-to-day connector between the animals in our care and our residents.
Working Conditions
Primarily animal shelter or outdoor field environment. Regularly performs moderately strenuous work in varying and adverse weather conditions, including rain, extreme heat and humidity, and long exposure to sunlight. Daily exposure to dogs, cats, and other animals of all sizes, temperaments, and medical status. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds alone and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Periodically required to drive county vehicles as part of the duties of the job. Able to climb and descend equipment and ladders. Able to bend, stoop, crawl, and reach. Position requires visual acuity and depth perception, as well as ability to hear and identify sounds. Periodic high stress situations that may involve angry or frustrated citizens. Regularly required to work other than normal business hours including nights, holidays, and weekends.
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Area of Assignment: VeterinaryAssistant
The VeterinaryAssistant plays a crucial role in supporting the veterinary care provided to animals within the shelter environment. Working closely with veterinarians, veterinary technicians and shelter staff, the VeterinaryAssistant ensures the well-being and health of animals under the shelter's care. The role involves conducting daily health checks on incoming animals and closely monitoring their health and behavior while in the shelter. It includes identifying and reporting signs of illness or distress to the veterinary team and assistingveterinarians and veterinary technicians during medical procedures, surgeries and examinations. Responsibilities also include preparing surgical suite, handling and restraining animals safely, administering medications, and maintaining accurate health records. The position requires administering vaccinations, tracking vaccination schedules, providing post-surgery care, and other duties related to the medical department. Ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of animal areas and collaborating with shelter staff to enhance the animals' well-being and adoptability are also essential duties.
Assists with all aspects of the adoption process. Provide excellent customer service to visitors, volunteers, and adopters.
Positively interacts with volunteers and promotes a team environment.
Greets visitors to the shelter, answers questions, and assists visitors with their needs.
Delivers excellent, non-judgmental customer service to all visitors, adopters, fosters, and transfer partners in a friendly, informative and professional manner.
Provides basic and routine care for animals per department guidelines, including feeding, watering, and light grooming.
Supports animals with medical issues, which may include zoonotic disease, by medicating, treating, preparing special diets, observing and reporting, and assisting in the maintenance of required records.
Provides socialization, enrichment, and exercise for animals as directed. These activities include but are not limited to dog walking, training and playgroup.
Identifies behavioral issues and shares observations with team members and leaders. Follows behavior or training plans developed for specific animals.
Assist Foster Coordinator with foster appointments, supplies, return surveys and inputting information to the database.
Cleans work areas and preserves physical appearance of buildings and grounds, including scooping, raking, sweeping, mopping, and trash removal. Notes maintenance or repairs needed and reports per protocol.
Follows policies, procedures, and task lists for daily lifesaving outcome assignments, including accurate and timely communications, work completion, data entry, and recordkeeping.
Strictly adheres to established safety procedures to protect self, co-workers, and the general public.
Attends job-specific training classes as assigned by supervisor; this includes but is not limited to Defensive Dog Handling and Dogs Playing for Life.
Support Front Desk function processing adoptions, licenses, money handling and provide good customer service.
Respond to customer service in box and provide information about services provided by the facility.
Take lost & found reports and follow-up when a match has been found.
Works emergency situations (including weather and other extreme conditions) as required, including work in the Emergency Operations Center and pet friendly shelters.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Six (6) months' work of veterinary experience with an animal shelter or similar organization required for Intake Coordinator and VetAssistant positions.
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Previous customer service experience desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong desire to work with animals.
Able to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions and complete tasks within assigned timeframes. Able to resolve routine situations and problems.
Basic knowledge and understanding of open adoption processes.
Ability to work with, leash, kennel, walk, and handle dogs, including those with health and/or behavior conditions/concerns including shyness, fearfulness, and aggression; basic ability to identify and speak to medical and behavioral characteristics of dogs.
Basic knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties.
Basic knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties.
Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to be able to interact professionally and effectively with co-workers, management, adopters, volunteers, and other stakeholders. Able to engage professionally during challenging conversations and accurately educate the public.
Capable of working under close supervision.
$18.4-23 hourly 23d ago
Veterinary Assistant
Medical Management International 4.7
Vet assistant job in Citrus Park, FL
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
The VeterinaryAssistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.
Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.
Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best
quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician's productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.
Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts.
Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.
Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.
Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following
standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
Assist with surgery as applicable.
Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for
veterinaryassistant skills and duties.
Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.
Other job duties as assigned.
THE FIVE PRINCIPLES
HIRING QUALIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES
Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal.
Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we
support the responsibility of others.
Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure.
Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best.
Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free.
Leadership
Action Oriented
Customer Focus
Listening
Peer Relationships
Personal Learning Functional
Ensure medical quality
Effective communication
Position Description
Drive for results
Functional Skills
Priority Setting
CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO)
Ability to multi-task- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.
Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.
Organizational ability - Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.
Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Translates problems into practical solutions.
Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service.
Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions.
Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement.
Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized medical software, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
ATTITUDES (WILL DO)
Initiative - shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.
Integrity - Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
Cooperativeness - Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others.
Flexibility - Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned.
Independence - Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision as appropriate.
Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency - Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from
frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
Ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)
Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential
duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings.
Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading,
writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
The noise level in the work environment is moderately high.
Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50
pounds.
Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual
acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral
vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed toanesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
Position Description EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING
Certificate of completion from a NAVTA approved VeterinaryAssistant program, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinaryassistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice.
Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.
One year related experience required with customer service preferred.
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Company Policy, Federal and State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.
The pay range for this role is
$15.19 - $19.41 Hourly
The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate's experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.
Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our veterinary professionals and believe that addressing student debt is crucial for the long-term health of the veterinary profession.
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.
Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you'll have financial protection.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.
Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.
Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*
Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.
Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*
Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*
Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*
Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
$15.2-19.4 hourly Auto-Apply 5d ago
Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Big Bend Animal Hospital 3.8
Vet assistant job in Riverview, FL
Big Bend Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, state of the art, fast paced, one doctor, small animal practice located in Riverview, FL. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Dentistry, Cold Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital Full-body Radiology, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding, and Grooming services.
Big Bend Animal Hospital is located in Riverview, just south of Tampa close to Brandon mall. It is a fast-growing area but maintains a rural feel. The proximity to I 75 allows for an easy commute to both the Tampa Bay, and the Sarasota area. Popular things to do in the area include Bush Gardens, Florida Aquarium and Zoo Tampa, beaches, boating, Ybor City downtown scene and more! Our public schools are excellent, making it an ideal area to raise a family!
To learn more about us click here.
Job Description
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 degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We're looking for:
An experienced VeterinaryAssistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
Must be able to properly restrain pets.
Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
Additional Information
Pay range: $17-$18/hr per experience
Job Type: PRN as needed
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
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$17-18 hourly 38d ago
Veterinary Assistant
Tampa Bay Vets 4.3
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
We are looking for a dedicated and caring VeterinaryAssistant to be cross trained in all areas of the hospital, such as client service, animal care and cleaning and veterinary technician duties. VeterinaryAssistants will support our veterinarians, technicians and clients, while providing outstanding care to our patients all while supporting our hospital's Mission and Vision: To Provide Outstanding Care for Every Client and Every Patient, Every Day
Company Overview
Tampa Bay Vets is a busy, AAHA accredited animal hospital practice with 8 locations in Tampa, FL. We pride ourselves on practicing the best quality medicine for our patients.
We are in the forefront of medical technology, providing:
Health/ Wellness
Sick/Injured visits
Dentistry
Advanced Surgeries
Digital Radiography
Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Cold Laser Therapy
Acupuncture
We are looking for team members to join our family! We encourage professional growth and learning and have a great benefits package that reflects this! We have board certified DVM's and certified technicians on staff!
Job responsibilities (partial ist)
Complete client and patient check-ins and treatments
Greet/assist clients in reception, answer phones
Check out clients, take payments and provide estimates
Perform opening procedures, clerical tasks
Take exceptional care of hospitalized/boarding animals (feeding, walking, cleaning)
Bath, brush and trim nails
Exercise and walk animals
Collect laboratory specimens from patients and prepare them for testing.
Assistveterinarians with patient examinations and procedures
Calculate drug dosages correctly and prepare prescriptions
Treat every patient like they were your own
Enter medical records in Practice Management software
Give excellent client service and education
Qualifications and Skills
Willingness to be cross trained in all departments
Experience working in an animal hospital preferred
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask and take initiative
Ability to work in stressful situations while making sound decisions
Customer service skills and love of animals
Excellent prioritization and efficiency
Must be able to lift patients up to 40 pounds alone, and patients over 50 pounds with assistance
Benefits and Perks
Higher than normal pay ranges with incentives using a Pay for Performance compensation system
Pay range from $17-$20 depending on experience and skill level- decided by manager at interview
401k retirement plan with matching contributions
Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Continuing Education allowance
Uniform allowance
Employee pet care benefits (Wellness, Dentistry, Medications and Food)
Tuition Reimbursement for Veterinary Technician school
Professional development
Candidates moving through our hiring process will be interviewed, have a background/drug screen, and their previous employers called for references.
$17-20 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Associate Veterinarian - Relocation Assistance Available! New Grads Welcome!
I4 Search Group Healthcare
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
Job Description
Associate VeterinarianVeterinary
SPECIALTY: Associate Veterinarian
SHIFT: Days
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical skills, a compassionate approach to patient care, and strong communication abilities. As an Associate Veterinarian, you will work alongside our team of experienced professionals to provide high-quality veterinary care to our patients and their owners.
Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive medical exams on patients and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Administer vaccinations, medications, and other medical interventions as necessary.
Perform surgical procedures, including spays, neuters, and other soft tissue surgeries.
Interpret diagnostic tests, such as bloodwork, urinalysis, and radiographs.
Communicate effectively with clients regarding their pet's health, treatment options, and prognosis.
Collaborate with other veterinarians and support staff to ensure excellent patient care and client satisfaction.
Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Job Benefits:
Competitive salary
Direct Deposit
401K
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
Employee discount program
Excellent room for growth and advancement
Requirements:
Graduate of AVMA - accredited Veterinary School.
Licensed veterinarian within the State of practice.
$27k-61k yearly est. 16d ago
Boarding and Kennel Assistant
Oakhurst Medical Centers, Inc. 4.1
Vet assistant job in Seminole, FL
Seeking a Kennel Assistant
Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our mission to [mission statement], expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
Professional development opportunities
Salary: $15.00-$16.00 per hour dependent on experience
Schedule: 40 hour work week, weekends and holidays included
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
Document treatments, activities, and observations.
Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.
Qualifications:
Passion for animals and their well-being
Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
About Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital
We're focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, cold therapy laser, and ultrasound.
$15-16 hourly Auto-Apply 20d ago
Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant
American Veterinary Group
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients without the additional expense of emergency clinic fees. Our hospitals offer care for common urgent cases, including wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia. Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.
Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to helps animals among a great team of people? Our clinic is seeking a Full-Time Senior VeterinaryAssistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic.
Click here to take a virtual tour of our clinic!
Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
* Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
* Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Full-time employees may be required to travel for on-site training and onboarding
* Prior customer service experience
* Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
* Must be able to lift 40 lbs
* This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws
Skills, Knowledge, & ExpertiseSkills, Knowledge, & ExpertiseBenefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
* 401k Match
* Generous paid time off (PTO)
* Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
* One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
* Short-term and long-term disability options
* Supplemental insurance options
* Discounted Veterinary Care
* Scrub allowance
* Hands-on and E-training
* Professional growth opportunities
* Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
* Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
$22k-28k yearly est. 11d ago
Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant
Urgentvet
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
Job DescriptionDescriptionUrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients without the additional expense of emergency clinic fees. Our hospitals offer care for common urgent cases, including wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia. Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.
Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to helps animals among a great team of people? Our clinic is seeking a Full-Time Senior VeterinaryAssistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic.
Click here to take a virtual tour of our clinic!
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Full-time employees may be required to travel for on-site training and onboarding
Prior customer service experience
Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
Must be able to lift 40 lbs
This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
Animal handling experience including patient restraint, sample collection, and monitoring
Clinical skills including phlebotomy, catheter placement, laboratory analysis, and drug calculation
Additional duties including facility maintenance and client education
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
401k Match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
Short-term and long-term disability options
Supplemental insurance options
Discounted Veterinary Care
Scrub allowance
Hands-on and E-training
Professional growth opportunities
Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
$22k-28k yearly est. 12d ago
Veterinary assistant
Paws Bay Animal Hospital
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
Position: VeterinaryAssistant Classification: This is a nonexempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to [email protected] About Us: Paws Bay Animal Hospital is a new privately owned hospital opening March 31, 2025. It is owned and operated by Dr. Heather Highbrown. We are looking to build an enthusiastic team that is ready to share their love of animals and veterinary medicine with the community and build a hospital we can all be proud of. We can't wait for you to join the team!!
The purpose of this position is to serve as a VeterinaryAssistant at Paws Bay Animal Hospital. The VeterinaryAssistant will help the technicians, doctors, and receptionists in all duties of the hospital.
Job tasks include but are not limited to:
- Upkeep the cleanliness of the hospital, patient wards, cages, and runs
- responsible for the daily care of our patients, including walking, feeding, and recording of animal weight, appetite, and other information as directed
- assist the doctors and technicians with restraint and other responsibilities according to individual abilities and training.
- all staff will assist with receptionist tasks including answering phones, follow-up with clients, checking out clients, etc
Position type and expected hours of work: · Initially this will be a part time position as we will be open Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Additional days will be added as we become busier.
- we are also accepting applications for 1-2 shifts per week · Shifts are 8:30 am - 6 pm with 1 hour lunch · We will be closed major holidays
Education and Experience: Highschool diploma preferred
$22k-28k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Veterinary Assistant
Heart + Paw
Vet assistant job in Saint Petersburg, FL
Saint Petersburg
*Previous Veterinary experience required*
Brand new center opening early February 2026!
Join Our Team and Elevate Your Veterinary Career
Are you a compassionate professional passionate about providing exceptional care to pets and their families? If you're ready to thrive in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment, our VeterinaryAssistant role is your next big opportunity.
We're seeking individuals who appreciate the human-animal bond, embrace low-stress handling techniques, and are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on the local community.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Be part of a collaborative, pet-focused team that values your input.
Enjoy a modern, thoughtfully designed workspace equipped with the latest technology.
Grow in your career with a company committed to low-stress handling and pet wellness.
Responsibilities Include:
Assistingveterinarians and technicians during routine exams and surgical procedures.
Monitoring and caring for pets, ensuring comfort and safety.
Collecting samples and performing diagnostics under supervision.
Administering prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments.
Recording and maintaining patient medical history and inventory logs.
Preparing rooms for appointments and surgery.
Educating pet parents on preventive care, nutrition, and behavior.
Supporting low-stress handling practices during all interactions.
Assisting with radiographs, dental procedures, and general anesthesia monitoring.
Maintaining a clean, disease-free environment throughout the center.
Promoting all center services, including grooming, daycare, and boarding.
What We're Looking For:
Preferred Experience: 1-2 years in a clinical veterinary setting.
Skills: Exceptional client communication, strong interpersonal abilities, and teamwork mindset.
Physical Capability: Ability to lift 20+ lbs. and manage emotionally and physically demanding situations.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Certifications: Fear Free or HABRI certification (or a willingness to obtain).
A passion for pets and the human-animal bond.
Tech-savvy with an interest in innovative veterinary practices.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Positive, team-oriented attitude.
Perks of Joining the Team:
Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.
Work in a state-of-the-art facility designed with pets, their parents, and our team in mind.
Flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, and company-paid holiday schedule.
Team Pet Care Discounts
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings, and more!
Apply Today!
If you are ready to join a team dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and their families, apply now to become a VeterinaryAssistant. Together, we'll create a healthier, happier world for pets!
This is petcare reimagined .
About Heart + Paw
Founded on the belief that veterinary professionals deserve a workplace where they can thrive and be happy, healthy, and successful, Heart + Paw offers full-service veterinary centers that are reimagining pet care in every way, providing state-of-the-art care that today's pet parents expect. We're committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where all team members can reach their full potential. From routine wellness, dental care, radiology, and surgeries to grooming and daycare, all pets are treated with a low stress approach. Heart + Paw incorporates advanced technologies, top-of-the-line amenities, equipment selected based on years of practice and research, and a fresh philosophy for pets, pet parents and our team. This is petcare reimagined .
To learn more, visit Heart + Paw online at heartandpaw.com, or follow Heart + Paw on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Heart + Paw is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.
$22k-28k yearly est. Auto-Apply 32d ago
Vetco Veterinary Assistant ND
Petco Animal Supplies Inc.
Vet assistant job in Pinellas Park, FL
Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets, people and our planet.
* We love all pets like our own
* We're the future of the pet industry
* We're here to improve lives
* We drive outstanding results together
* We're welcome as we are
Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.
As a VetcoVeterinaryAssistant, you will meet your veterinary team at our local dispatch office, then travel to your assigned Petco clinic locations for the day. At the clinics, your team of veterinaryassistants will greet the pet parents and recommend the veterinary services that will best protect their pets. The VeterinaryAssistant will assist the Veterinarian so the services can be administered and thank the pet parent for protecting their pet!
Essential Job Functions:
The incumbent must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.
* Must love dogs and cats...and people too!
* Team player who thrives on supporting the team in every way
* Make educated recommendations to our clients and providing exceptional customer service
* Works hard and has fun doing it! - Eager to learn
* Ability to work in changing environments, traveling throughout our Market
* Responsible and accountable individuals
* A can-do attitude
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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$22k-28k yearly est. 6d ago
Senior Veterinary Assistant
Gulf Gate Animal Hospital
Vet assistant job in Sarasota, FL
Job DescriptionDescriptionOur hospital is seeking a Full-Time Senior VeterinaryAssistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Senior VeterinaryAssistant is responsible for assistingVeterinarians in the care of animals. The Senior VeterinaryAssistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills may include, but are not limited to, and are subject to state limitations: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Senior VeterinaryAssistant's also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Be compassionate/caring
Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
Prior Customer Service Experience
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
401k Match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
Short-term and long-term disability options
Supplemental insurance options
Discounted Veterinary Care
Scrub allowance
Hands-on and E-training
Professional growth opportunities
Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
$22k-28k yearly est. 18d ago
Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Animal Dermatology Group 4.7
Vet assistant job in Oldsmar, FL
Full-time Description
Animal Dermatology Group (ADG) is the largest veterinary dermatology business in the U.S., providing the highest quality of specialty care to pets with acute and chronic skin conditions. ADG has over 40 locations nationwide. With over 90 doctors supporting the ADG medical team, they strive to lead in clinical practice, research and education in our field. In additional to providing advanced, dermatology specialized care to patients and supporting general practice veterinarians in our geographic service areas, ADG participates in drug/product development and clinical trials. ADG also has the largest dermatology residency program approved by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology to support the training of the next generation of dermatologists.
Animal Dermatology Clinic - Tampa is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician (preferred) or experienced VeterinaryAssistant to join our team. We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
Energetic
Positive
Upbeat personality
Takes initiative
Commitment to the needs of the clinic
Punctual
Willingness to teach others and share ideas
Openness to diversity
Adaptability to change
Accountable
Able to see big picture
Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (including but not limited to):
Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility required
Previous experience in a multi-specialty facility preferred
Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
Excellent communication skills
Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
Medical Related Skills:
Phlebotomy
IV catheter placement
Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting in surgery
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
Duties (including but not limited to):
Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
Exceed the client's expectations of service
Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
Housekeeping/ maintenance
Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
Ability to recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.
Education and Physical Requirements:
College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician (if applying for CVT role)
Dependable attendance is required
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.
Benefits:
A 5/8 work week (Monday through Friday) with the possibility of a 4/10 work week (
full-time employees only
)
Paid vacation (
full-time employees only
)
Paid holidays (
full-time employees only
)
Competitive wages
Monthly bonuses based on clinic dietary sales (
full-time employees only
)
Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options (
full-time employees only
)
Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.
401K with employer match
CE opportunities
Uniforms
Discounts on services and medications for employee pets
*Some traveling may be required
For more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic, please visit our website animaldermatology.com!
$29k-40k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician
Bayshore Animal Clinic
Vet assistant job in Tampa, FL
Job DescriptionDescriptionAre you a skilled Veterinary Technician or VeterinaryAssistant with a passion for both routine care and advanced medical cases? Do you love working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real impact on pets and their families?
Bayshore Animal Clinic, located in the heart of Tampa, Florida, is seeking a full-time experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our high-performing team. We're a progressive, community-focused practice that prioritizes teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care.
As part of the Innovetive Petcare network, we offer industry-leading support, continuing education, and tools that empower our veterinary professionals to thrive.
2812 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling | Rotating Weekends
Competitive Hourly Pay: starting at $16+/hr based on experience
Advanced medicine meets community care - We handle everything from wellness to urgent cases
Flexible scheduling and rotating weekends - We value work-life balance
Closed on major holidays with holiday pay
Work with a close-knit team that celebrates wins and supports one another
Position Overview: Veterinary Technician or AssistantAs a key member of our clinical team, you'll play a critical role in patient care, diagnostics, surgery, and client communication. Whether you're an experienced Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT) or a VeterinaryAssistant with strong skills and drive, we want to support your growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care & Monitoring
Monitor vital signs before, during, and after anesthesia
Administer IV fluids, oxygen therapy, and medications
Provide support for critical and hospitalized patients
Surgical & Anesthesia Support
Prep and induce anesthesia, monitor surgical patients
Maintain sterile fields and assist during procedures
Clean and sterilize surgical tools and equipment
Diagnostics & Lab Work
Perform radiographs, urinalysis, fecals, cytology, and blood draws
Operate diagnostic equipment (ECG, ultrasound)
Client Communication
Provide discharge instructions and preventive care education
Review treatment plans and answer client questions
Deliver compassionate service in emotional or stressful situations
General Practice Support
Prep for dental cleanings and routine exams
Safely restrain patients during procedures
Assist with intake, discharges, and EMR documentation
What We're Looking ForExperience:
1-2+ years in a veterinary clinic or hospital
Strong skills in surgery, anesthesia, diagnostics, and patient monitoring
Emergency experience is a plus
Education & Credentials:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Veterinary technology training or degree preferred
RVT, CVT, LVT, or eligible preferred
Recover Certified
preferred
, but not required.
Skills & Traits:
EMR proficiency (Avimark, Cornerstone, etc.)
Team-oriented with a can-do attitude
Calm under pressure and confident in fast-paced settings
Strong client communication and education abilities
Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and standing for long periods
What We Offer You - Benefits & PerksCompetitive Pay (starting at $16+ per hour based on experience)
Flexible Scheduling + Rotating weekends
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Continuing Education Support + CE & certification fee assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & mental health resources
Employee Discounts on veterinary services & retail
Enjoy life outside the clinic with access to sunny beaches, local parks, and a thriving food and nightlife scene. Whether you're exploring the outdoors or unwinding after a busy shift, Tampa is the perfect place to live, work, and recharge.
How much does a vet assistant earn in Brandon, FL?
The average vet assistant in Brandon, FL earns between $20,000 and $31,000 annually. This compares to the national average vet assistant range of $24,000 to $38,000.
Average vet assistant salary in Brandon, FL
$25,000
What are the biggest employers of VET Assistants in Brandon, FL?
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