Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Job Description Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingBonus based on performanceDental insuranceEmployee discountsFlexible scheduleFree uniformsHealth insurancePaid time offProfit sharingVision insuranceVeterinary Technician / Veterinary AssistantParrish, FL | No Weekends | 4-Day Work Week (Full-Time)Pay: $18$25/hour based on experience, credentials, and educationVet Next Door is a family-owned companion animal hospital in Parrish, FL. Since opening in 2022, we have grown quickly by focusing on high-quality medicine, excellent client communication, and a workplace culture where our team feels respected, supported, and heard.We are looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who enjoys patient care, client education, teamwork, and continued growth.Why our team chooses Vet Next DoorWe are intentional about creating a better veterinary experience, not only for clients and pets, but for the people doing the work every day.Our team enjoys:No weekendsNo after-hours emergency shifts4-day work weekMondayFriday schedule, 8 AM5 PMSupportive, low-drama team culturePrivately owned, family-led hospitalLow Stress Handling practice with certification availableAfter-hours cleaning service so you can focus on patient careA stocked breakroom with team-favorite snacks and drinksAdditional benefits listed belowWe believe veterinary technicians and assistants should be more than task-runners. You should be able to use your skills, keep learning, and have a voice in how the hospital operates.A hospital built for modern veterinary careVet Next Door is equipped to support efficient workflow and high-quality medicine, including:Cloud-based veterinary software through VetspireAI medical scribe support for records and client communicationElectric lift tables throughout exam rooms, treatment, surgery, radiology, and dentistryIDEXX in-house diagnostics including CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, and cytologyDigital radiography and dental radiographyUltrasound and echocardiographyTrinocular microscope projected to a 4K display for cytology trainingCentral oxygen and anesthetic scavenging systemGrowth, mentorship, and education:We want our technical team to keep growing. Training may include hands-on mentorship, veterinary society meetings, lunch-and-learns, dinner lectures, Low Stress Handling certification, and opportunities to attend veterinary conferences such as VMX.Credentialed veterinary technicians are encouraged to work to the full scope of their training and may serve as team leaders for surgery, hospitalized patients, urgent cases, anesthesia, dentistry, and client communication.Benefits and compensationWe offer a competitive benefits package, including:$18$25/hour based on experience, credentials, and educationHealth insuranceDental and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with employer matchPaid Time OffContinuing education allowance and paid CEUniform scrub stipend with embroideryEmployee pet care discountsQuarterly bonus / profit sharingPosition responsibilitiesResponsibilities may include:Patient intake, handling, and restraintClient education and discharge instructionsVaccine administration and treatmentsPhlebotomy and laboratory testingRadiograph positioningPatient monitoring and nursing careMedical record documentationHospital maintenance and team supportAdvanced duties may include:IV catheter placementSurgical assistanceAnesthesia induction and monitoringDental prophylaxis and dental radiographyHospitalized patient careInventory, controlled substance logging, staff training, and workflow supportVeterinary experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person who brings a strong work ethic, kindness, attention to detail, and a team-first attitude.About Parrish, FLParrish is a fast-growing community on Floridas west coast near Bradenton, Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg. Enjoy nearby beaches, kayaking, fishing, wildlife preserves, golf, professional sports, and top-rated schools without the congestion of a major metro area.Learn more about us at www.myvetnextdoor.com