Veterinary Assistant- Emergency

Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

13h

About The Position

Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support emergency veterinary care at its small-animal practice. The clinic has multiple locations in Central Florida and state-of-the-art facilities equipped with current technology. The role is intended for someone with hands-on experience in a hospital or clinical setting who can contribute in a fast-paced emergency environment. The position offers the opportunity to use and develop veterinary skills while helping provide emergency care.

Requirements

• At least two years of hands-on experience.
• Hands-on experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
• Ability to safely and appropriately restrain animals of all temperaments.
• Core veterinary assistant skills.
• Reliability and dependability.

Nice To Haves

• Previous emergency room experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely and appropriately restrain animals of all temperaments.
• Use core veterinary assistant skills in an emergency veterinary setting.
• Remain calm and focused in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule: full-time employees work three days per week.
• Low-cost emergency pet care for employees' pets.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• Annual continuing education allowance of $600.
• Potential for annual pay increases.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance with VEC contributions.
• Long-term disability coverage at no cost.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Premium pay for overnight shifts and leadership roles.
• Additional compensation for working holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Paid call-in fees, referral bonuses, and travel reimbursement.
• Discounted pet food program for staff.
• Complimentary uniforms and VEC sweatshirts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed