Veterinary Assistant

Nob Hill Animal Clinic•Plantation, FL

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about animal care and ready to take your clinical skills to the next level? At Nob Hill Animal Clinic, our Veterinary Assistants are the ultimate medical support system. You aren’t just here to clean; you are the right hand to our Technicians and Doctors, playing a massive role in keeping our fast-paced floor running smoothly and our patients feeling safe. We operate a beautiful, modern, recently renovated small-animal practice in Plantation. If you are looking for a collaborative team that will actually invest in your hands-on training, teach you advanced clinical protocols, and help you grow into a Veterinary Technician role, you’ve found your new home.

Requirements

1+ years of experience working in a veterinary practice or professional animal care environment preferred (but we will train the right attitude!).
Basic knowledge of animal behavior, safe handling techniques, and standard medical terminology.
A compassionate, positive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to jump in wherever help is needed.
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in both English and Spanish is highly preferred to support our local community.

Responsibilities

Safely and gently restrain dogs and cats for exams, blood draws, IV catheter placement, and treatments.
Greet clients, escort them to exam rooms, collect detailed patient histories, and record accurate weights and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration) in our digital records.
Process laboratory samples (fecals, bloodwork) and help prepare medications and prescription labels under direct supervision.
Clean, sanitize, and pack surgical instruments; utilize the autoclave, and help prep patients for procedures.
Keep hospitalized and recovering pets clean, fed, watered, and safely walked.
Confidently explain basic pet wellness needs to clients, including vaccine schedules, flea/tick preventatives, and routine heartworm testing.
Use your English and Spanish skills to help our diverse South Florida clientele feel welcome, informed, and comfortable.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Compensation (Based on experience)
Comprehensive Health Insurance packages
401(k) with Company Matching
Generous Employee Discounts for your personal pets
On-the-Job Mentorship & a clear pipeline to transition into an advanced Veterinary Technician track
Company parties
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development