Veterinary Assistant

Description Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The 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. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files. Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends. Ideal Candidate Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude Be compassionate/caring Can work individually, as well as on a team Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required Prior experience preferred 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 Jensen Beach Animal Hospital Jensen Beach Animal Hospital is a multi-doctor, full-service companion animal hospital. We are committed to providing quality veterinary care for our small animal and pocket pet patients. Our hospital is designed for us to provide routine preventive care for young pets, early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages, and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during their lifetime. We have digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, surgical laser, cold/therapy laser, and a dedicated surgical suite. We treat our patients as we would our own pets. Our goal is to practice the highest-quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. We keep up to date on new techniques and medicine, utilizing AVImark for our electronic medical records. Our entire health care team is knowledgeable and committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each client.