Veterinary Technician / Assistant

At Florida Equine Veterinary Associates, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping horses healthy.

Our clinic truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.

We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.

Position Overview

• The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by assisting the doctors in the field with radiographing, medications, and medical procedures.
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• Key Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians during farm calls, including handling and restraining horses safely and professionally.
• Prepare, load, and maintain ambulatory equipment, supplies, and medications for daily routes.
• Collect samples (blood, fecal, swabs) and perform basic in-field diagnostic as directed.
• Support procedures such as lameness exams, injections, wound care, and emergencies.
• Prepare laboratory tests and assist with taking radiographs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the clinic and truck each day; clean equipment and trucks.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records, assist with billing and record keeping.
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift.
• Preform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; May include assisting with office duties, ownerships, and billing.
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• Qualifications (Required)
• Veterinary technician/assistant with customer service skills.
• Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) / Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred but not required.
• Equine knowledge and handling required. Duties include frequent bending, kneeling, and walking with equipment.
• Good time management skills, able to multi task, and work independently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of Thoroughbred horses.
• Office duties, answering the phones, taking payments, processing health certificates for horses shipping, attaching lab results, DVM billing, processing labs, downloading radiographs and ultrasounds to the server.
• Clean driving record and a valid driver's license.
• Great communication skills, a positive "can-do" attitude, and a willingness to learn.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Communication – uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
• Team Orientation – works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
• Dependability – demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
• Cleanliness Standards – consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
• Energy and Productivity – completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
• Time Management – manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
• Technical Skills and Learning – keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
• Care and Use of Equipment – takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with occasional early or late shifts as needed. Some weekends may be required. Must be flexible to meet the needs of the practice.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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