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VCA Animal Hospitals

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

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What they do

A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.

$32,325 / year median in Florida

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

  • VCA Augustine Loretto Animal Hospital
  • is seeking an
  • Experienced Veterinary Assistant
  • to join our team!
We are a busy, 3-doctor practice with a fast-paced, supportive, and fun working environment. Our team takes pride in the exceptional care we provide to every patient and client. In addition to veterinary services, we offer canine and feline boarding, helping our community with complete, full-service pet care. Our hospital is conveniently located right off Highway 295, making for an easy commute. We're close to local daycare options for childcare support, as well as great restaurants to enjoy during your midday break.
  • About Us
  • We are a full service veterinary hospital offering primary care, illness care, surgery and dentistry located in Jacksonville, FL.
Check out our website here:
https://vcahospitals.com/augustine-loretto
  • VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:
  • + Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community + Discounts to
  • Fear Free Certification
  • & •VetGirl•+ Growth & leadership opportunities + Medical, Dental & Vision + Career development programs + •Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships•+ Veterinary Technician license reimbursement + Generous hospital discounts and product discounts + Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance + •VTS Career Path financial, and mentorship support•+ Paid vacation and sick time + Paid parental leave + 401(k) + •Free•mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace) + Referral bonuses + •Infertility benefits•+ Competitive wage •
Compensation:
  • $17 - $23 / hr is based on skill set, and experience
  • Schedule
  • : Full time, weekend rotation required.
Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician's point of view.
https:
//vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5
  • What You'll Do
  • Whether you are a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT) or technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent in.
The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: + Compassionate patient care + Client education and communication + Patient assessment + Anesthesia and surgery assisting + Radiology + Dentistry + Catheter placement + Venipuncture + Laboratory work + Pharmacy + Medical recordkeeping
  • Why VCA
  • At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development.
We create and support an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team.
  • Interested in this opportunity?
  • Apply!
  • We look forward to hearing from you.
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
  • If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Mental Health