Company Description

Kissimmee Animal Hospital has provided world-class veterinary service to companion animals and pocket pets for nearly fifty years. Our hospital is an AAHA-Accredited hospital that continuously maintains ambitious standards and client-centered service. Our veterinarians strive to provide personalized care to each pet with an emphasis on education. We take on a personalized approach with each patient to maximize health and results. By combining high-quality treatment and responsible ownership, we believe we can give pets an unmatched, high quality of life.

Our practice is well-equipped with state-of-the-art technology and equipment to provide pets in the area with the best possible treatment. Kissimmee Animal Hospital provides wellness exams, puppy and kitten care, senior care, pain management, and surgery. We offer dental and digital radiography through board-certified radiologists, ultrasounds, and a fully stocked pharmacy in-house.

Kissimmee, Florida, is a breath of fresh air just miles away from the theme park capital of the world. While the city of Orlando was built on theme park fame, Kissimmee (just minutes away from Orlando's center) has grown to feature world-famous restaurants, theatre performances, high-end outlet shopping centers, and amazing concert and sporting venues. This suburb of Orlando offers an eclectic mix of urban and lake living as near or far from the bustling attractions as you desire. Residents enjoy a variety of neighborhood districts, sunny winters, breathtaking views from sunrise to sunset, relaxing springs, and countless adventures to explore. With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone whether you prioritize to chill or thrill.

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
Must be able to properly restrain pets.
Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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