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Veterinary Assistant

St. Augustine, FLOnsiteFull TimePosted 17 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Veterinary Assistant
  • animal care
  • customer service
  • examinations
  • treatments
  • surgeries
  • restrain animals
  • cleaning
  • sterilizing equipment
  • blood samples

Nice to have

  • experienced veterinarians
  • skilled technicians
  • devoted support staff
  • state-of-the-art veterinary medicine
  • medical advances

Role summary

Antigua Veterinary Practice is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant in St. Augustine to support veterinarians and technicians in providing high-quality animal care. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, handling animals, performing basic lab tests, administering medications, maintaining medical records, and communicating with pet owners. The role requires previous veterinary experience, technical know-how in disinfection and medication administration, and the physical ability to handle animals. The practice offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and an employee pet discount.

Veterinary Technician/ Assistant

Antigua Veterinary Practice is hiring a full-time Vet Technician/ 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 ExpectAs you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

  • All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
  • Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.
  • Salary: $17-$18/hr based on experience and skillset.

    Schedule: Monday- Friday 8AM-5:30PM, Rotating Saturdays 8AM-12PM

    Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
  • Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
  • Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
  • Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
  • Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
  • Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
  • Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
  • Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
  • Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
  • Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
  • About Antigua Veterinary Practice

    Located in the heart of Historic Uptown St. Augustine, Antigua Veterinary Practice has been proudly serving pets and their families since 1979.

    Our mission is simple: to provide exceptional veterinary care with compassion, expertise, and a personal touch. Your pet’s health and happiness are our top priorities.

    We combine state-of-the-art veterinary medicine with a welcoming, home-like environment where pets — and their people — feel comfortable and cared for. Our team stays at the forefront of veterinary technology and medical advances, ensuring your pet receives the highest quality care at every visit. Most importantly, we believe every animal deserves to be treated with gentle, loving attention — whether it’s a routine checkup, a diagnostic procedure, or surgery.

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