Veterinary Assistant jobs in Florida

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Calusa Veterinary Center
  • Boca Raton, FL FULL_TIME
  • Seeking an independent, compassionate Vet Assistant to join our team!

    Why Calusa Veterinary Center in Boca Raton, FL?
    We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctors and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, CO2 laser, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, bronchoscopy, cold laser therapy, underwater treadmill, and ultrasound. We also offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy, acupuncture, rehabilitation, and pain management. We are a full-service, AAHA accredited 24 hour GP and ER small animal practice with 10 doctors and a large staff serving our clients in the Boca Raton, FL area for the past 20 years. Our 10,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is unlike any other in the area. We blend modern medicine with time-tested practices to provide the highest quality care.
     
    Our Commitment to Diversity:
    We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this  community.
     
    Who are we looking for?
    Applicants must have a strong work ethic, preserve a positive personality, capable of communicating effectively, be able to multi-task efficiently in a fast paced environment, have the ability to work in harmony with a team, possess a well-rounded technical skill-set, and have a passion for delivering exceptional care to patients as well as clients.
     
    Responsibilities:
    • Assisting Veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians.
    • Handling and restraining pets for exams and procedures.
    • Assist in the taking of x-rays
    • Monitor and collect urine and fecal samples as needed
    • Monitor, record, and report physical signs of hospitalized/boarded pets
    • Responsible for cleaning/maintenance of hospital.
    • Care of hospitalized/boarded pets as needed
    • Fecal parasite sample collection and preparation
    • Preparation of a prescription drug, other than a controlled substance, for dispensing
    • Surgical assistance to a licensed veterinarian
    Benefits:
    We’re dedicated to your well-being and offer a comprehensive package and professional development opportunities to support your work and home life. These include:
    • Competitive salary 
    • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependents
    • Paid time off for full-time employees
    • 401(k) plan
    • Continuing education allowance for licensed technicians
    • Guardian voluntary benefits
    • Great pet benefits

  • 21 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Practice Partners
  • Boca Raton, FL FULL_TIME
  • Seeking an independent, compassionate Vet Assistant to join our team! Why Calusa Veterinary Center in Boca Raton, FL? We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctors...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Practice Partners
  • Sarasota, FL FULL_TIME
  • Seeking an independent, compassionate Assistant to join our team! Why Animal Medical Clinic of Gulf Gate in Sarasota, FL? Voted as 2022, 2023, and 2024's #1 Veterinary Clinic in Sarasota, we’re focuse...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Practice Partners
  • St. Augustine, FL FULL_TIME
  • Seeking an independent, compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Why Antigua Veterinary Practice in St. Augustine, FL? We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allo...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Gregory Veterinary Clinic
  • Tampa, FL PART_TIME
  • We know that as a Veterinary assistant, you have many options on where to lend your talents. We feel that our practice offers an opportunity that is rare in our field, and would like to invite you to ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Healthcare Associates, Inc
  • Winter, FL FULL_TIME
  • The premiere center for people and pets is nestled in the heart of central Florida, on an expansive 10-acre campus. At Veterinary Healthcare Associates we’re shifting the paradigm of veterinary medici...
  • 13 Days Ago

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veterinary assistant
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in en...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Bull Creek Veterinary Service
  • Hastings, MI
  • Job Description Job Description Bull Creek Veterinary Service is a privately owned and operated small animal and equine ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Poway, CA
  • A Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Mountain View, CA
  • Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. ? Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for t...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Wakefield, MA
  • At VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital, we value teamwork in a fun, supportive, and inclusive culture. There is something spec...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Miami, FL
  • The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for a...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Northborough, MA
  • The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for a...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Tecumseh Veterinary Hospital
  • Tecumseh, MI
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling competitive compensation base on experience Insurance...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

Florida (/ˈflɒrɪdə/ (listen); Spanish for "land of flowers") is the southernmost contiguous state in the United States. The state is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, to the northwest by Alabama, to the north by Georgia, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south by the Straits of Florida. Florida is the 22nd-most extensive (65,755 sq mi or 170,300 km2), the 3rd-most populous (21,312,211 inhabitants), and the 8th-most densely populated (384.3/sq mi or 148.4/km2) of the U.S. states. Jacksonville is the most populous municipality in the state and the largest city by area in th...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$26,018 to $38,374

Veterinary Assistant in Tampa, FL
Even if you’re only going to be a veterinary assistant, it behooves you to understand animal biology.
October 13, 2019
Veterinary Assistant in Bangor, ME
There are also important qualities that vet assistants must possess.
November 07, 2019
Veterinary Assistant in Montgomery, AL
The ability to perform a multitude of duties goes a long way in helping a veterinary practice function effectively.
December 29, 2019