Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Augustine Loretto Animal Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This is a busy, 3-doctor practice with a fast-paced, supportive, and fun working environment. The team takes pride in the exceptional care provided to every patient and client. In addition to veterinary services, they offer canine and feline boarding, providing complete, full-service pet care. The hospital is conveniently located right off Highway 295 and is close to local daycare options and restaurants. VCA Augustine Loretto is a full-service veterinary hospital offering primary care, illness care, surgery, and dentistry in Jacksonville, FL.

Requirements

• Candidates must be positive and motivated.
• Associates will have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team.

Nice To Haves

• Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT)
• Technician in training

Responsibilities

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and communication
• Patient assessment
• Anesthesia and surgery assisting
• Radiology
• Dentistry
• Catheter placement
• Venipuncture
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Medical recordkeeping

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• VTS Career Path financial, and mentorship support
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio
• Paid vacation/sick days
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

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