Veterinary Assistant and Technician St. Cloud and Oak Ridge Veterinary Clinic Orlando, FL Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $15 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Customer communication Anatomy knowledge Teamwork Animal hospital experience Serving clients Animal behavior Veterinary clinic experience Animal handling Animal care Animal anatomy knowledge Communication with pet owners Medical terminology Veterinary terminology Animal restraint Full Job Description Job Overview Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Assistant and Technician, where your passion for animal care and technical expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, compassionate environment, supporting veterinary procedures, ensuring animal welfare, and delivering exceptional client service. Your role will be vital in providing high-quality animal care, assisting with medical treatments, and maintaining a clean, safe clinic environment. We are hiring for BOTH of our locations. One located in Orlando and the other in St. Cloud. This position will require working at each. If you thrive on teamwork, have a love for animals, and possess a strong foundation in veterinary practices, this is the perfect role to advance your career while making a positive impact every day. Duties Assist veterinarians with animal examinations, surgeries, and treatments by preparing equipment and monitoring patient status. Handle animals safely using proper restraint techniques to ensure their comfort and safety during procedures. Perform animal husbandry tasks including feeding, cleaning enclosures, and maintaining overall hygiene standards within the clinic. Administer medications, IV fluids, and injections following veterinary protocols while ensuring accurate record keeping. Support client communication by explaining treatment plans, answering questions about pet care, and providing guidance on animal health and behavior. Maintain detailed medical records, update patient files, and document all procedures accurately in compliance with clinic policies. Assist with kennel management, including cleaning cages, monitoring animal behavior, and ensuring animals are comfortable and stress-free. Support emergency critical care situations by providing animal handling assistance and following safety protocols with personal protective equipment (PPE). Qualifications Prior kennel experience or veterinary clinic experience is highly preferred; familiarity with animal handling is essential. Experience working as a veterinary technician or in veterinary critical care enhances your candidacy. Knowledge of veterinary terminology, anatomy, physiology, and animal behavior is required for effective support. Skilled in pet care procedures such as medication administration, catheterization, IV insertion, and animal restraint techniques. Strong communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration are necessary. (Bilingual is a plus!) Ability to perform cleaning duties diligently while adhering to safety standards using PPE. Basic record keeping skills with attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation of all treatments and procedures. This role offers an engaging environment where your dedication to animal welfare is valued and supported through ongoing learning opportunities. Join us to help improve the health and happiness of animals while developing your skills in a vibrant veterinary setting!

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person