Veterinary Surgery Assistant Position Available In Duval, Florida

Veterinary Surgery Assistant Southside Animal Clinic – 3.0

Jacksonville, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$33.8K – $45.4K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Blood sampling Medication administration Customer service Mid-level Animal care Organizational skills Avimark Communication skills Hospital experience Full Job Description Description Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Surgery Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Senior Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Senior 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. Senior 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.