Veterinary Assistant

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant role is onsite in Lutz, FL, with pay of $19–$22 per hour. East-West Animal Hospital provides compassionate, personalized veterinary care, including conventional Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine in a Fear Free environment. The assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians in delivering patient care by helping with examinations and treatments, handling animals safely, preparing clinical spaces, processing samples, and maintaining records. The role also helps pet owners understand post-visit care and follow-up instructions.

What you'll do

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations, procedures, and treatments
• safely and compassionately restrain and handle animals
• prepare exam rooms and maintain a clean, sanitary clinical environment
• administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by a veterinarian
• collect and process blood, urine, and fecal samples
• communicate post-visit care instructions and follow-ups to pet owners
• maintain patient records and medical documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

lutz fl

east-west animal hospital

animal care

veterinary clinic

patient records

sample processing

fear free certification

traditional chinese veterinary medicine

western medicine

client communication

$19–$22/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) matching, dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, vision insurance, and opportunity for advancement.

Why this role

Integrative practice combining conventional Western Medicine and Eastern Medicine, including Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, in a Fear Free environment; Fear Free Certification is required, with access to certification provided.

About the employer

East-West Animal Hospital LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.