Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital
Veterinary Assistant
St. Augustine, Florida•Full-time
$18 - $19 hourly
$18 - $19 hourly
About the Job
Join Our Growing Team at Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital!
Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital is expanding, and we are looking for a passionate, detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Veterinary Assistant. If you love animals and want to be part of a dynamic, full-service companion animal veterinary hospital and boarding facility, we encourage you to apply.
Position: Veterinary Assistant.
Location: Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital.
Responsibilities:
As a Veterinary Assistant, your duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Building positive relationships with clients and team members.
- Assisting veterinarians with physical exams, procedures, and patient care.
- Dispensing medications as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Assisting veterinary technicians with radiographs, patient positioning, and anesthesia monitoring.
- Preparing patients for surgery and assisting with surgical procedures.
- Sterilizing surgical instruments and assisting with lab diagnostics.
- Monitoring and providing comfort care to patients.
- Supporting the kennel team with animal care (e.g., baths, nail trims, anal gland expressions).
- Performing other duties as required to support the team and ensure excellent patient care.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
- Certification or enrollment in an accredited veterinary assisting program is a plus.
- CVA (Certified Veterinary Assistant) is preferred, but hands-on experience is prioritized.
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
- Compassion for animals and their owners is essential.
Benefits and Schedule:
- Full-Time Positions:
- Typically 4 weekdays per week, with alternating Saturdays and weekend comeback hours.
- Eligible for benefits after a 90-day probationary period, including:
- Paid designated holidays.
- 75% employer-paid health insurance.
- Pet care discounts.
- Uniform allowance.
- Paid time off begins after 1 year of employment.
- Continuing education is encouraged and supported.
- Full-time is defined as a regular schedule of 64 hours or more per bi-weekly pay period.
Work Environment:
You will primarily work in the hospital's exam, treatment, and surgical areas, assisting with both routine and emergency care.
About Us:
About Us:
Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital is a progressive general practice that utilizes advanced equipment, such as multi-parameter anesthetic monitors, IV pumps, digital x-rays, laser therapy, ultrasound, and more. We are committed to providing high-quality care in a supportive, collaborative environment.
How to Apply:
To expedite your application, please fill out our online application at Bartram Trail Veterinary Hospital – Join Our Team. If you're unable to attach a cover letter via the online form, you can email your cover letter and resume to healthypets@bartramtrailvets.com. Be sure to include the word “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” in your cover letter to help you stand out! If you have any animal handling experience not listed on your resume, please explain in your cover letter.
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team!