Veterinary Assistant

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job post summary


Date posted: 6/23/26

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Job Type:

Full Time (part time considered)

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Description:

We are a PRIVATELY OWNED, 2 doctor practice in the Arlington neighborhood of Jacksonville. We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our skilled vetmed team.

The ideal candidate needs to have at least 1 year of experience working in a Veterinary Clinic as a Kennel tech or Veterinary Assistant. Will consider candidates with basic kennel or Veterinary Assistant experience only. Our candidate should be a team player, have a positive attitude, and have excellent animal restraint skills. We offer health benefits and paid Continuing Education with full-time employment.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 yrs Veterinary Assistant or Kennel experience
• Highly organized and able to perform clerical duties
• Practical knowledge of hospital setup and medical terminology
• Physically able to assist in cleaning hospital and kennels
• Familiar with most Heartworm/Flea preventions/Vaccines
• Able to assist technicians and doctors with miscellaneous duties
• Restrain animals using low stress techniques

Schedule:

• Full-Time: M-F 7:30am-6pm, Saturdays 9am-2pm (Part time negotiable)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $16.00 to $20.00 /hour

**Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications


Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person