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Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Jacksonville, FL at Southside Animal Clinic
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Description
Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Veterinary Assistant 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. Veterinary Assistant’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
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
About Southside Animal Hospital
Southside Animal Clinic is a multi-doctor, AAHA accredited hospital serving the Jacksonville, Florida community and we pride ourselves on our customer service and community outreach. Our practice offers modern equipment including digital x-ray, dental rads, ultrasound, electronic medical records (AVImark), and therapy laser. Our team believes in using fear free and cat friendly approaches, while providing quality veterinary care. Our hospital is just a short trip from the beach, allowing us to enjoy practicing veterinary medicine while soaking up the sunshine in beautiful Florida.
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: Southside Animal Clinic
Location: Jacksonville, FL
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