Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Saint Petersburg, Florida, USA at Southern Veterinary Partners
Bayshore Animal Hospital and Avian Practice has been proudly caring for pets since 1955, and we could not be prouder of our heritage as the oldest veterinary practice in Pinellas County. We are a full-service providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as routing medical, surgical, and dental care. Our practice has stood the test of time, and while we continue to update our equipment, streamline our communications, and rise to the latest contemporary standards of treatment – we will never lose sight of our traditional values of honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness.
If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today!
We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.
Position
Skills:
Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
High quality client communication on patient updates and questions
Position Requirements
:
High School diploma or GED certificate
Flexible schedule including rotating weekend and holiday shifts
Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Compensation and
Benefits:
Pay of $19.00/hour
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Short Term Disability
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
Discounted Veterinary Care
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
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Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: Southern Veterinary Partners
Location: Saint Petersburg, Florida, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care)
