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Veterinary Assistant

Orlando, FLOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 26 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Veterinary Assistant
  • full-time
  • animal care
  • customer service
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • retirement
  • paid time off
  • employee pet discounts

Nice to have

  • progressive medical care
  • compassionate medical care
  • surgical care

Role summary

Orlando Vets Eastwood is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and vet techs in providing high-quality, compassionate care for canine and feline patients. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, handling animals, preparing rooms, performing basic lab tests, administering medications, maintaining medical records, and communicating with pet owners. The role requires at least 1 year of veterinary experience, technical skills in disinfection and medication administration, and the physical ability to handle animals. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a 401(k) with company match.

Orlando Vets Eastwood is hiring a full-time Veterinary 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 provide progressive, high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

  • All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement for full-time employees
  • Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
  • 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
  • Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.

    • Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

    Schedule: Monday- Friday 8AM-5:30 PM, Every other Saturday 8AM-2PM

    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:

  • At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
  • Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
  • Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

    • About Orlando Vets Eastwood

    While our animal hospital in Eastwood Animal Hospital came under new management in 2019, the level of medicine and service we provide hasn’t changed. We remain a patient and client-centered practice in Orlando where every visitor receives compassionate, personal treatment. Our Veterinarian team is focused on providing outstanding care, customized health plans, and ongoing support to you and your four-legged family members. We want you to understand your pet’s needs fully and feel confident in our ability to help.

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